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Oa M is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Urinary Tract Infection, Ear Infection, Bacterial Infections are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Oa M have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Oa M depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Oa M also has some side effects, the most common being Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oa M as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oa M are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Oa M's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Oa M's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Oa M can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oa M in conditions like Atrial Fibrillation, Heart Failure, Myasthenia Gravis (MG). Other contraindications of Oa M have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Oa M may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oa M is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oa M is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oa M is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Oa M safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Oa M in pregnant women.
Is the use of Oa M safe during breastfeeding?
Oa M may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Oa M, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Oa M.
What is the effect of Oa M on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oa M on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oa M on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Oa M on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Oa M on the Heart?
Side effects of Oa M rarely affect the heart.
Oa M should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oa M unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oa M habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oa M.
Interaction between Food and Oa M
Taking Oa M with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oa M
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Oa M as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Discontinuing Oa M on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Oa M is not recommended as the first-line of drug for treating sinus infection. However, if there are no other alternatives available then you can take it, after doctor's advice.
Take Oa M as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.
Yes, long-term use of Oa M can increase the risk of tendonitis and tendon rupture in some people. However, the exact mechanism of tendon rupture is not known. If you suffer from tendon rupture or any kind of muscular pain after consuming this drug, please consult your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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