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Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet
Manufactured byGlaxosmithkline Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
ContainsDesloratidine
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Description
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is an antihistamine medicine that contains Desloratadine. It is used to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, redness and swelling of the nose, watery eyes, itching, rash etc. It is also used in the treatment of urticaria (red, itchy welts that result from a skin reaction). Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet stops the action of a natural substance called histamine produced in your body due to an allergic reaction.
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet may cause side effects like sleepiness, fever, rash, weakness, etc. These effects may subside when your body adapts to this medicine. However, inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist for a long time or worsen. This medicine may also cause dizziness or drowsiness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it.
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration of the treatment will be decided by your doctor based on your condition. For the ease of remembering, take this medicine around the same time every day. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, or heart problems and also about your ongoing medicines, before starting the treatment with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding, before taking this medicine.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet
Shortness of breath
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Headache
Dizziness
Painful menstruation
Muscle or joint pain
Nausea or vomiting
Sleepiness
Fever
Weakness
Uses of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet
What is it prescribed for?
Allergic rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis or hay fever is a common condition that occurs as part of the body’s way of responding to allergens. Your body's immune system responds by releasing antibodies to allergens or foreign substances. Allergens are usually harmless and may cause minimal allergic symptoms. Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is used to treat symptoms of hay fever such as sneezing, runny nose, redness, itching, and watery eyes.
Utricaria
Urticaria (hives) is a type of rash triggered due to many factors like medicine, food, or any external factors resulting in red and itchy rashes, raised bumps on the skin, etc. Sometimes this condition may also affect the gastrointestinal tract and lungs as well. Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of chronic urticaria characterised by symptoms such as swelling, itching, redness, etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet can be observed within 1 hour of intake.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet lasts for an average duration of 24 hours.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendency has been reported for Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet passes into breast milk in small amounts which may harm your infant. Hence, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid taking Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling of the face/tongue/throat, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet passes into breast milk in small amounts which may harm your infant. Hence, it is advised to consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Use in children
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in children below 12 years of age due to the lack of safety and efficacy data.
Drowsiness
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet may cause dizziness. Hence, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.
Kidney diseases
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have kidney problems due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Your doctor may adjust the dose of this medicine or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Missed Dose
If you forget to take a dose of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet, seek immediate medical help.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Erythromycin
Ketoconazole
Disease interactions
Liver disease
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have liver problems as it may increase the risk of cholestatic hepatitis (a condition in which the flow of digestive fluid from the liver stops or slows) and liver injury.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Mumps skin test
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is likely to interfere with the results of lab tests for mumps. Hence, inform your doctor or lab technician that you are taking this medicine before undergoing a lab test.
Skin allergy test
Inform your doctor about the use of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet before undergoing a skin allergy test. This medicine may interfere with the results of this test. Hence, your doctor may advise you to discontinue the use of this medicine at least 2 to 4 days before undergoing this test.
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet is used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis and urticaria. Take this medicine with or without food or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not take more or fewer doses than prescribed. Consult your doctor if you experience any side effects after taking this medicine.
Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Stop taking Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet at least three days before undergoing an allergy test, since it may affect the results.
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet may make you drowsy or dizzy. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breasting before taking this medicine.
Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Otrivin Alert 5 MG Tablet works by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body that causes allergic symptoms like itching and swelling, etc.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antihistamines
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 7 Dec 2021
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