Opsutan 10mg Tablet 10s
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Q. Does Opsutan affect fertility?
There is some evidence that it may decrease fertility in men. It could also be a reason for decreased sperm count. Hence, before taking Opsutan, discuss with your doctor about the risks of taking Opsutan.
Q. Does Opsutan have any effect on blood pressure?
Yes, Opsutan may affect the blood pressure. It can cause lowering of blood pressure and may also cause headache. If you experience these side effects your ability to drive or using heavy machines may be affected.
Q. How should Opsutan be taken?
The prescribed dose of Opsutan is advised to be taken once daily. It can be taken with or without food. It should be swallowed whole with water and not be crushed or chewed. For best results, it should be taken at the same time each day.
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Q. What are the warning symptoms of anaemia?
The symptoms of anaemia include dizziness, pallor (unhealthy pale appearance), weakness, fast heart rate, and palpitations. If you experience any of these consult your doctor.
Q. What is the most important information I need to know about Opsutan?
You should be aware that Opsutan can cause serious birth defects if taken during pregnancy. Hence, females who are pregnant should not start treatment with Opsutan or they should not get pregnant while taking Opsutan.
Q. What is the recommendation for birth control while on Opsutan?
Females who are able to get pregnant should use 2 acceptable methods of birth control during treatment with Opsutan and 1 month of stopping it. This is because it takes some time to get the medicine flushed out of the body. If you have tubal sterilization, a progesterone implant, or have an IUD (intrauterine device), these methods can be used alone. Consult your doctor if you are not sure about the birth control method.
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Q. While taking Opsutan do I need to get any tests done?
Your doctor will get blood tests done before and during the treatment. This is done to test whether you have anemia (reduced hemoglobin or decreased red blood cell count) and whether your liver is functioning properly.
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Opsutan Tablet is given alone or in combination with some other medicines. It should be taken with or without food. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.
The most common side effects of this medicine include headache, swelling of the legs and ankles(edema), and inflammation of the airways. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Some serious side effects which mean your doctor should know immediately include Anemia (low number of red blood cells) and abnormal liver function such as nausea, vomiting, dark urine, fever, and dark urine. Your doctor might check you for blood tests to check for anemia and liver function.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have liver dysfunctioning. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. You must avoid driving if this medicine makes you feel dizzy.
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Opsutan 10mg Tablet 10s
- Headache
- Edema (swelling)
- Bronchitis (inflammation of the airways)
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
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Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Opsutan Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Opsutan Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
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Breastfeeding
Opsutan Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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Driving
Opsutan Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
Opsutan Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Opsutan Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Liver
Opsutan Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Opsutan Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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