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Orkas L 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.
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Is the use of Orkas L safe for pregnant women?
Orkas L can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Orkas L safe during breastfeeding?
Orkas L should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Orkas L on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Orkas L for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Orkas L on the Liver?
Information about safety of Orkas L for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Orkas L on the Heart?
Side effects of Orkas L on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Orkas L should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orkas L unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orkas L habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Orkas L is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Orkas L as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Orkas L is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Orkas L in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Orkas L
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Orkas L together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orkas L
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Orkas L and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Orkas L can be taken safely once in a day preferably in the evening with or without food. However, take it exactly as your doctor has recommended you to take it.
Orkas L works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives).
Discontinuation of Orkas L on your own can cause unwanted side effects and withdrawal symptoms. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Orkas L can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
Although, Orkas L is classified as a non-drowsy antihistamine, but it can still cause drowsiness in some people. If you are taking this drug and feeling drowsy, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted effects.
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