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Osidex Information

Osidex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Allergy, Asthma, Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Osidex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Osidex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Osidex include Skin scar, Dryness, Itching or burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Osidex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Osidex 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Osidex is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Osidex related warnings talks about Osidex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Osidex is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Infections, Liver Disease, Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Osidex contraindications section.

Besides this, Osidex may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Osidex is safe while driving, and is addiction.

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

Osidex Benefits & Uses

Osidex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy
Asthma
Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines
Skin Disorders
Eye Disorders
Nephrotic Syndrome
Inflammatory Disease
Gout (Read More - Home remedies for gout pain)
Arthritis
Anaphylactic Shock

Other Benefits

Osidex 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: Angioedema Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then change to oral therapy for 5 days
Geriatric	Disease: Angioedema Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 8 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then change to oral therapy for 5 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.02 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Osidex Related Warnings

Is the use of Osidex safe for pregnant women?

Osidex can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Osidex safe during breastfeeding?

Osidex should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Osidex on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Osidex. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Osidex on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Osidex. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Osidex only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Osidex on the Heart?

Osidex may have severe effects on your heart, so do not take it without first consulting your doctor.

Severe

Severe Interaction of Osidex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Leflunomide

Azithromycin

Moxifloxacin

Fentanyl

Bupropion

Primidone

Glimepiride

Clotrimazole

Ketoconazole

Indapamide

Ritonavir

Rifampicin

Moderate

Aspirin

Benzoyl Peroxide

Salicylic Acid

Osidex Contraindications

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

Infections
Allergy
Myasthenia Gravis
Tuberculosis (TB)
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Osteoporosis
Depression
Cataract
Glaucoma
Diabetes
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Osidex

Is this Osidex habit forming or addictive?

Osidex is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Osidex as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Osidex 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?

There is no benefit of taking Osidex for mental disorders.

No

Osidex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Osidex

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Osidex and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Osidex

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Osidex with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Osidex

Question over 4 years ago

Does Osidex cause low potassium?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, long-term use of Osidex may cause low potassium in your body by increasing the excretion of potassium in the urine. This can result in symptoms such as muscle cramps, weakness, tiredness, and an irregular heartbeat.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Osidex a pain-killer?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Osidex is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergy and inflammation.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Osidex cause hiccups?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Osidex if taken in tablet form might cause hiccups, but it has been mainly associated with patients who received chemotherapy.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Osidex?

Osidex comes as a tablet and solution and it should be taken by mouth once daily or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypertension (BP), ulcerative colitis, osteoporosis, glaucoma, diabetes, and peptic ulcer. Your doctor may tell you to follow low-salt, potassium-rich, or high-protein diet if you are taking Osidex.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Osidex cause weight gain?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, use of Osidex for long-term can result in weight gain due to increased appetite and fluid retention which causes weight gain in the patient, if the drug is taken in form of a tablet.