Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. It is also used to relieve pain and fever.

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet1, Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet2, and Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet3.

Uses of Okacet Total Tablet

Treatment of Common cold

Benefits of Okacet Total Tablet

In Treatment of Common cold

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.
This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Okacet Total Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Okacet Total

Vomiting
Dryness in mouth
Headache
Sleepiness
Fatigue
Constipation
Diarrhea

How to use Okacet Total Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
However, the use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease and active liver disease.

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Quick tips

Okacet Total Tablet

Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Along with taking Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
1. Steam inhalation.
2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.
Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Along with taking Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
Steam inhalation.
1. Gargling with warm saltwater.
2. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
3. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
4. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.

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For me heavy cold so advice me medicine

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Steam inhalation, Tab Okacet 10 1 tab OD x 3 days

Itching from 2 years 1 tab of okacet taking

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

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I am suffering from fever due to heavy cough and cold last two days l was go to treated to near by doctor and she was give the some medicines Azee- 500 Okacet Fenak plus But no relief in my illness so please consult the better medicine or physician.

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good ENT Specialist in your own locality to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bengaluru, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps. I am legally unable to prescribe you any medicines without physically examining you. This forum is intended for second opinions after you have consulted a doctor locally

I have mild fever with cold since last 3 days. It started with throat pain. I used saline water gargle and took okacet cold tablet but no improvement. Please help me with some low dose antibiotics treatment. Thanks. Now I feel fever and lot of spootum inside. The throat pain is gone.

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Since antibiotics are prescription medicine , A clinical examination is mandatory before it can be prescribed.

I have burning rashes all over the body and internal itching all over the body except face. Due to summer i am recieving more heat and burning skin If i touch my skin with nails. Then rashes will come on the skin. I have visisted one docotr forner but he didnt gave correct treatment. When i take CIPLA OKACET TABLET skin allergy gets stopped for 2 to 4 days. So i am consuming 1 CIPLA OKACET TABLET for every 3 days

Dr. Souvik Sardar

Dermatology

kindly post pictures of the problem and names of the Medicines u've used

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FAQs

Okacet Total Tablet

Can the use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

Yes, Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Keep this medicine in the packet or the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Serious side effects with Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet are uncommon and rare. Tell your doctor as soon as possible if you notice allergic reactions, skin rash or peeling, mouth ulcers, breathing problems, unexplained bleeding, recurrent fevers or infections, vision disturbances, fast or irregular heartbeat. These side effects are uncommon but may be serious and may need urgent medical attention.

Will a higher than the recommended dose of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet be more effective?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

Are there any contraindications associated with use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

It is not recommended to use Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet if you have high blood pressure (hypertension), any underlying serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder, any history of stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism). However, it can be taken if your doctor is aware of your conditions and advises you to take it. The use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet should also be avoided if you are taking antidepressant drugs. These drugs, called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may include phenelzine and isocarboxazid or tricyclic antidepressants like imipramine and amitriptyline.

Can I breastfeed while taking Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

No, you should not breastfeed while using Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet. This medicine can pass into your breast milk and may harm your baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.

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Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet

Introduction of Okacet Total Tablet

Uses of Okacet Total Tablet

Benefits of Okacet Total Tablet

In Treatment of Common cold

Side effects of Okacet Total Tablet

Common side effects of Okacet Total

How to use Okacet Total Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Okacet Total Tablet

Fact Box

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

User feedback

FAQs

Can the use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet cause sleepiness or drowsiness?

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Are there any serious side effects associated with the use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Will a higher than the recommended dose of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet be more effective?

Are there any contraindications associated with use of Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

Can I breastfeed while taking Okacet Total 5 mg/10 mg/500 mg Tablet?

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