Olrex Tablet is used to treat symptoms of skin allergy like itching, swelling, and rashes in conditions such as eczema, dermatitis, and psoriasis. It is also used to treat anxiety and helps to relax before or after surgery.
Olrex Tablet should be taken with or without food. Take it exactly as your doctor has prescribed. The dose and how often you take it depend on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take it for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
The most common side effects of this medicine include drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, constipation, and dry mouth. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them.
Earlier taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, or liver or kidney problems. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Directions For Use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Olrex Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Side Effects:
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
Ordinary side effects of Olrex
Dizziness
Blurred vision
Constipation
Dryness in mouth
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Olrex Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Olrex Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Olrex Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Olrex Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Olrex Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Olrex Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Olrex Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Olrex Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. For severe liver impairment patients, Olrex Tablet is contraindicated.
FAQs:
What is Olrex Tablet? What is it used for?
Olrex Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which means it is an anti-allergy medicine. It is used to treat various allergic skin conditions (e.g., eczema, dermatitis, allergies, rash). Olrex Tablet effectively reduces symptoms such as swelling, itching, and redness associated with such conditions. It also helps relieve excessive anxiety or worry in people who are supposed to undergo surgery or have recently undergone surgery. It calms the brain and makes such people feel better.
Is Olrex Tablet safe?
Olrex Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any doses. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How does Olrex Tablet work for allergies?
Olrex Tablet works by decreasing the inflammation caused by allergies. It reduces inflammation by blocking the release of a natural chemical in our body, called histamine, that causes allergic symptoms such as swelling, redness, and pain.
Is Olrex Tablet effective?
Olrex Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Olrex Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can I stop taking Olrex Tablet when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Olrex Tablet without consulting your doctor, even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the condition is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Olrex Tablet?
Earlier starting treatment with Olrex Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems related to the kidney, heart, or liver. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment, and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. If you have had an allergic reaction to any similar medicine earlier, tell your doctor before starting your treatment. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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