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Okay is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Allergic Rhinitis, Common Cold. Okay also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Okay depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Okay as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Okay are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Okay's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Okay's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Okay are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Okay may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Okay is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Okay 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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Okay safe for pregnant women?
Okay is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Okay safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Okay for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Okay on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Okay on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Okay on the Liver?
Okay is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Okay on the Heart?
You can take Okay without any fear of damage to the heart.
Okay should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Okay unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Okay habit forming or addictive?
Okay is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Okay, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Okay can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Okay should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Okay is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Okay
It is safe to take Okay with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Okay
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Okay as it can have severe side effects.
Absorption of Okay is not affected by food and hence can be taken with or without food. Preferably it should be taken in the evening. However, you are recommended to take it as per the doctor's instructions.
Yes, Okay can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Okay is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
No, taking Okay does not cause high blood pressure. However, if you are experiencing fluctuations in blood pressure while taking this drug. Do not delay, inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Okay can be taken with ambroxol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported after taking this drug. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug please consult your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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