OSELET Suspension 60ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Oseltamivir 15 mg
Manufacturer
Ikon Remedies Pvt Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT OSELET SUSPENSIONOSELET SUSPENSION contains oseltamivir, which belongs to the group of medicines called antivirals. It is used in adults, adolescents, children, and infants (including full-term new-born babies) for the management of flu (influenza) and also as management management in exceptional circumstances, such as if there is a global flu pandemic and the seasonal flu vaccine may not provide sufficient protection. OSELET SUSPENSION can be used when you have flu symptoms, and the flu virus is known to be spreading in your community. It can also be used to manage flu in adults, adolescents, children, and infants above 1 year of age, but only if you have been in contact with someone affected by flu. OSELET SUSPENSION should be taken with caution in patients with kidney problems, long-term lung disease, or heart disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. OSELET SUSPENSION should be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women only if it is con
Uses
OF OSELET SUSPENSION Manages flu (influenza) symptoms in adults, adolescents, children, and infants (including full-term new-born babies). Prevents flu in adults, adolescents, children, and infants above 1 year of age. Used as management management for adults, adolescents, children, and infants (including full-term new-born babies) in a flu pandemic.
How It Works
OSELET SUSPENSION manages the spread of the flu virus in
Directions for Use
Take OSELET SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Take it with food to reduce the chance of nausea and vomiting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and the severity of the infection. Do not stop using OSELET SUSPENSION unless your doctor tells you to. If you stop using OSELET SUSPENSION earlier than the doctor told you, the flu symptoms may come back. Always complete the course that your doctor prescribed.
Side Effects
taking OSELET SUSPENSION are headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, stomach upset, and pain. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms get worse. USES OF OSELET SUSPENSION Manages flu (influenza) symptoms in adults, adolescents, children, and infants (including full-term new-born babies). Prevents flu in adults, adolescents, children, and infants above 1 year of age. Used as management management for adults, adolescents, children, and infants (including full-term new-born babies) in a flu pandemic. HOW OSELET SUSPENSION WORKSOSELET SUSPENSION manages the spread of the flu virus inside the body by blocking the action of chemicals required for the survival of the virus. This helps to ease or manage the symptoms of the flu virus infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake OSELET SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Take it with food to reduce the chance of nausea and vomiting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and the severity of the infection. Do not stop using OSELET SUSPENSION unless your doctor tells you to. If you stop using OSELET SUSPENSION earlier than the doctor told you, the flu symptoms may come back. Always complete the course that your doctor prescribed. SIDE EFFECTS OF OSELET SUSPENSIONCOMMON nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, bloating, stomach upset headache bronchitis (lung infection) signs of a cold sore virus (painful, fluid-filled skin blisters) cough dizziness fever pain, limb pain runny nose difficulty sleeping sore throat tiredness upper respiratory tract infections (infections in the nose, throat, and sinuses) nasal congestion conjunctivitis (red eyes and discharge or pain in the eye) ear inflammation and other ear disorders UNCOMMON allergic reactions change in consciousness convulsion (fits) heart rhythm abnormalities (fluttering feeling in the chest, chest pain, fainting, or dizziness) signs of mild-to-severe liver function disorders signs of skin reactions (inflamed, red and itchy rash, scaling skin) eardrum disorder diarrhea diaper rash RARE disturbances in vision Stop taking OSELET SUSPENSION and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions (severe allergic reactions causing face and skin swelling, itchy rashes, low body pressure, and breathing difficulties) signs of liver disorders such as fulminant hepatitis, hepatic function disorder, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and eyes, change in stool colour, behavioural changes) angioneurotic oedema (sudden onset of severe swelling of the skin mainly around the head and neck area, including the eyes and tongue, with breathing difficulties) complicated and life-threatening allergic reaction like Stevens-Johnson syndrome and toxic epidermal necrolysis (severe inflammation of the outer and possibly inner skin, initially with fever, sore throat, fatigue, and skin rashes, leading to blisters, peeling, shedding of larger areas of skin, breathing difficulties, and low blood pressure) signs of gastrointestinal bleeding (prolonged bleeding from the large bowel or spitting up blood) signs of neuropsychiatric disorders such as convulsions (fits) and delirium with changed consciousness level, behavioural changes, confusion, delusions (false belief), hallucinations (sensations that feel real but are created by your mind), agitation, anxiety (feeling of fear), nightmares (disturbing dreams with negative thoughts), and self-injury
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredOSELET SUSPENSION should be used in pregnant women only if it is considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGMonitoring requiredOSELET SUSPENSION should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary, as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionOSELET SUSPENSION does not affect your ability to drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. ALCOHOLConsult your doctorAvoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while taking OSELET SUSPENSION because it might make the medicine less effective. KIDNEYUse with CautionOSELET SUSPENSION should be taken with caution in patients with kidney problems and may need dose adjustment. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. LIVERMonitoring requiredOSELET SUSPENSION can be used safely for management in patients with hepatic dysfunction with no dose adjustment. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYUse with CautionDo not take OSELET SUSPENSION if you are allergic to oseltamivir or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSUse with CautionOSELET SUSPENSION should be taken with caution in patients with long-term (chronic) respiratory disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. HEART DISEASEUse with CautionOSELET SUSPENSION should be taken with caution in patients with long-term (chronic) heart disease. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSConsult your doctorOSELET SUSPENSION should be used with caution in children from 1 to 12 years and infants less than 1 year. There is no information on the use of OSELET SUSPENSION in paediatric patients with hepatic disorders. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionOSELET SUSPENSION should be used with caution in elderly patients (above 65 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking OSELET SUSPENSION. OTHERSBefore taking OSELET SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if: you are allergic to other medicines you have a severe medical condition that might require immediate hospitalisation you have poor immunity you have intolerance to some sugars or hereditary fructose intolerance (HFI)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug- Drug interactions: Before taking OSELET SUSPENSION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: chlorpropamide (a medicine used in the management of diabetes) methotrexate (a medicine used to manage rheumatoid arthritis) phenylbutazone (medicine used to manage pain and inflammation) probenecid (medicine used in the management of gout) live attenuated influenza vaccine (used to manage influenza) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of OSELET SUSPENSION, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Oseltamivir Pharmacological Category : Neuraminidase inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Management and management of influenza (flu) Dosage Forms : Capsule, Oral suspension, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep OSELET SUSPENSION out of reach of children Store below 25°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about OSELET Suspension 60ml.
Can I stop OSELET SUSPENSION after 3 days?
It is important to take the medicine exactly as advised by the doctor. OSELET SUSPENSION is generally prescribed for 5 to 10 days, depending on the disease condition. Continue taking this medicine for the full duration of management, even if you begin to feel better after a few days. This will help to clear the infection completely. If you stop taking this medicine too soon, your flu symptoms may return. Consult your doctor before stopping the medicine.
What should I do if I forget to take OSELET SUSPENSION?
If you have missed any dose, take OSELET SUSPENSION as soon as they remember. It can be avoided if it is near the next scheduled dose (within 2 hours) and then continue to take OSELET SUSPENSION at the usual times. Do not take a double dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
What are the side effects of taking OSELET SUSPENSION?
The most common side effects of taking OSELET SUSPENSION are nausea, vomiting, stomach ache, stomach upset, headache, and pain. Usually, they are not severe, mostly occur in the first 2 days of management, and will usually stop as management continues. Taking this medicine along with food may lessen the chance of getting these side effects. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects bother you.
Is OSELET SUSPENSION safe for kidney patients?
OSELET SUSPENSION when used in patients with renal impairment had higher blood levels of this medicine compared to patients with normal renal function, which may increase the risk of OSELET SUSPENSION associated adverse reactions. Therefore, dosage adjustment is recommended for patients with reduced kidney function. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
How do you use OSELET SUSPENSION? Take OSELET SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Take it with food to reduce the chance of nausea and vomiting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and the severity of the infection. Do not stop using OSELET SUSPENSION unless your doctor tells you to. If you stop using OSELET SUSPENSION earlier than the doctor told you, the flu symptoms may come back. Always complete the course that your doctor prescribed.
Q: How do you use OSELET SUSPENSION? Take OSELET SUSPENSION as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Take it with food to reduce the chance of nausea and vomiting. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight, and the severity of the infection. Do not stop using OSELET SUSPENSION unless your doctor tells you to. If you stop using OSELET SUSPENSION earlier than the doctor told you, the flu symptoms may come back. Always complete the course that your doctor prescribed.
Can children take OSELET SUSPENSION?
Yes. OSELET SUSPENSION should be used with caution in children from 1 to 12 years and infants less than 1 year. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Who should not take OSELET SUSPENSION?
OSELET SUSPENSION is not recommended for use in patients with an allergic history to oseltamivir or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking OSELET SUSPENSION.
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Last Updated
21 Nov 2023