Oriel Tablet Information

Oriel Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold are some of its major therapeutic uses. Oriel Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Oriel Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

While these are the most often observed Oriel Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oriel Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oriel Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Oriel Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oriel Tablet related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Oriel Tablet contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Oriel Tablet with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Oriel Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Oriel Benefits & Uses
Oriel Dosage & How to Take
Oriel Side Effects
Oriel Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Oriel with Other Drugs
Oriel Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Oriel
Oriel Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Oriel Tablet Benefits & Uses

Oriel Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Common Cold

Other Benefits

Urticaria Pigmentosa
Hives
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)

Oriel Tablet Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken at evening
Geriatric	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken at evening
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: taken at evening

Oriel Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Oriel Tablet is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Anaphylactic reaction
Visual Disturbance

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Drowsiness
Diarrhoea
Nasal congestion
Cough
Fatigue
Pharyngitis
Agitation
Infection
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)

Oriel Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Oriel Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Oriel without worrying about any side effects.

Safe
Is the use of Oriel Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Oriel may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Oriel Tablet on the Kidneys?

Oriel rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Oriel Tablet on the Liver?

Oriel does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Oriel Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Oriel without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Oriel Tablet with Other Drugs

Oriel Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Aprepitant

Fosaprepitant

Moderate

Oriel Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oriel Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Bladder Infection
Bladder Cancer

Frequently asked Questions about Oriel Tablet

Is this Oriel Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Oriel Tablet does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Oriel Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oriel Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Oriel Tablet is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Oriel Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Oriel Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Oriel Tablet

Taking Oriel Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Oriel Tablet

Taking Oriel Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xyzal® (levocetirizine dihydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,167