OPENOS 100MG/5MG TAB

Overview

OPENOS 100MG/5MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.

OPENOS 100MG/5MG TAB is composed of: NIMESULIDE (100.0 MG), LEVOCETIRIZINE (5.0 MG)


Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a runny nose or hives.It blocks histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

Usage

LEVOCETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Allergy, Pediatric Urticaria, Urticaria
LEVOCETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Itching, Nose Itching

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for OPENOS 100MG/5MG TAB and its Constituents

• You should not use levocetirizine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine.
• You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
• Use the medicine exactly as directed.
• Do not give a child more than the prescribed dose of this medicine.
• Levocetirizine is usually taken in the evening, with or without food.
• Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
• Do not take two doses at one time.
• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how levocetirizine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
• Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
• Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria, or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LEVOCETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Agitation

Common Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Diarrhoea, Urinary Retention, Nosebleeds, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Fever, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Weight Gain, Constipation, Head Headache, Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Body Pain, Ears Pain, Nasal Congestion, Hoarse Voice, Loss Of Voice, Ears Swelling, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands

Serious Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Difficulty Urinating, Cough

Rare Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LEVOCETIRIZINE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure, Urinary Retention

Technical Classification

LEVOCETIRIZINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for OPENOS 100MG/5MG TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

COMBIPUNCH 100MG/5MG TAB	INR 48 for 10 TABLETS	NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
OPENOS 100MG/5MG TAB	INR 48 for 10 TABLETS	NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ZINCOLD PLUS TAB

INR 59 for 10 TABLETS

PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, CAFFEINE 25.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG