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Omnacortil is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet, Drops, Solution. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy, Asthma, Skin Disorders. Omnacortil also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Omnacortil depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Omnacortil also has some side effects, the most common being Skin scar, Mood swings, Unusual behavior. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Omnacortil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Omnacortil go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Omnacortil is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Omnacortil's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Omnacortil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Omnacortil in conditions like Infections, Tuberculosis (TB), Heart Disease. The section on Omnacortil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Omnacortil may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Omnacortil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Omnacortil 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
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Is the use of Omnacortil safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Omnacortil safely.
Is the use of Omnacortil safe during breastfeeding?
Omnacortil is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Omnacortil on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Omnacortil. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Omnacortil on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Omnacortil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Omnacortil on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Omnacortil. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Omnacortil should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Omnacortil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omnacortil habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Omnacortil has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Omnacortil will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Omnacortil is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omnacortil cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Omnacortil
There is no information on the effects of taking Omnacortil with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omnacortil
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Omnacortil and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, You should not discontinue Omnacortil on your own. It may cause some serious side effects if you suddenly stop taking this medication. You are recommended to consult your doctor before discontinuing this medicine on your own.
Yes, Omnacortil can be taken with paracetamol. No harmful interaction or any change in side effects profile have been reported between them when they used together. However, if you are experiencing any unwanted effects, please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Take Omnacortil as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the treatment suddenly or take longer than prescribed duration as directed by a doctor.
Omnacortil is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called steroids. However, it is anti-inflammatory in nature which can help in the reducing swelling and pain due to inflammation.
Yes, Omnacortil can cause weight gain. It causes weight gain by altering the body's electrolyte, water balance, and its metabolism. Weight gain also depends on the dose and duration of medicine. If you are taking the higher dose for the longer time duration, more likely you are to encounter weight gain. Short courses of a few days to a couple of weeks don’t usually cause weight gain.
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