Okacet-L (Levocetirizine for allergy)

Okacet-L Tablet (Levocetirizine for allergy)

Prescription: Required
MANUFACTURER: Cipla Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Levocetirizine (5mg)
STORAGE: Store below 30°C

INTRODUCTION

Okacet-L Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, some skin reactions such as eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings. It also relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Okacet-L Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

This medicine is generally very safe. The most common side effects include feeling sleepy or dizzy, dry mouth, fatigue, and headache. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

USES OF OKACET-L TABLET: Treatment of Allergic conditions

BENEFITS OF OKACET-L TABLET

In Treatment of Allergic conditions:

Okacet-L Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. 
It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms.
Moreover, Okacet-L Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

SIDE EFFECTS OF OKACET-L TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Common side effects of Okacet-L:
1. Sleepiness
2. Fatigue
3. Headache
4. Dryness in mouth

HOW OKACET-L TABLET WORKS

Okacet-L Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

It works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol : UNSAFE
Okacet-L Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Driving : UNSAFE
Okacet-L Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney : CAUTION
Okacet-L Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Okacet-L Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Okacet-L Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Quick tips

1. Your doctor has prescribed Okacet-L Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.

2. As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.

3. Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

4. Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.

5. Stop taking Okacet-L Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class : Piperazine Derivatives

Habit Forming : No

Therapeutic Class : RESPIRATORY

Action Class : H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Okacet-L with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

#1
Aprepitant
Brand(s): Aprepit, Aprepep, Fos-Aprepitant
LIFE-THREATENING

#2
Fosaprepitant
Brand(s): Fosup, Artepitant, Fosaran
LIFE-THREATENING

#3
Zafirlukast
Brand(s): Zuvair
SERIOUS

#4 
Salt: Alprazolam 
Brand(s): Eurolam, Alprax, Xanax 
Impact: MODERATE

Okacet-L Tablet & Alprax 0.25 Tablet
Use of Levocetirizine and Alprazolam should be avoided at the same time, as it may cause drowsiness or sleepiness. Caution is advised against driving or undertaking other skilled tasks.
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