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Olympic 5mg Tablet is a product of Mahindra Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Composition: Olopatadine (5mg)

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All Details About Olympic 5mg Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Olympic 5mg Tablet

Description:

Olympic 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes.

Olympic 5mg Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.

It is generally a safe medicine with little or no side effects. However, it may cause dry mouth, weakness, or sleepiness in some people. Consult your doctor if you experience any of it that persists or gets worse. Earlier taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.

Uses:

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. Olympic 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

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 Olympic

  • Sleepiness
  • Weakness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Stomach pain
  • Abnormal liver function tests

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Olympic 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olympic 5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olympic 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Olympic 5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olympic 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olympic 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

FAQs:

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?

Olympic 5mg Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.

How do we take Olympic 5mg Tablet?

Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?

Affirmative, Olympic 5mg Tablet can be taken in long-term itching conditions. Such type of condition is termed chronic urticaria. Earlier starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet be taken in hay fever?

Affirmative, Olympic 5mg Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for a full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.

Is Olympic 5mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Olympic 5mg Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Olympic 5mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine which helps to reduce allergic symptoms.

Is Olympic 5mg Tablet effective?

Olympic 5mg 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 Olympic 5mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet cause eye irritation?

Usually, Olympic 5mg Tablet does not cause eye irritation. Infact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.

Can a child use Olympic 5mg Tablet?

Olympic 5mg Tablet can be used in children above 3 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety of children under 3 years of age with Olympic 5mg Tablet have not been established. Therefore, the use of Olympic 5mg Tablet should be avoided in children of such age group.

Does Olympic 5mg Tablet make you sleepy?

Usually, using Olympic 5mg Tablet does not make you sleepy. However, in some cases there are chances that it may cause sleepiness. It is important to know that if other anti-allergic medications are taken orally along with this medication then they may make you sleepy. Avoid driving or performing work on heavy machinery work if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.

How long can you use Olympic 5mg Tablet?

The Olympic 5mg Tablet should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Olympic 5mg Tablet will depend upon the disease condition, its severity, and the response of the patient to the treatment. The medicine can be given for as long as four months if considered necessary. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?

Olympic 5mg Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.

How do we take Olympic 5mg Tablet?

Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?

Affirmative, Olympic 5mg Tablet can be taken in long-term itching condition. Such type of condition is termed as chronic urticaria. Earlier starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.

Can Olympic 5mg Tablet be taken in hay fever?

Affirmative, Olympic 5mg Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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