Winolap 5mg Tablet 10'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Olopatadine 5 mg
Manufacturer
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONWINOLAP 5MG contains Olopatadine which belongs to the group of medicines called Mast cell stabilizers. It is used to manage allergic rhinitis, hives (raised red patches on the skin), and itching associated with skin diseases. Allergic rhinitis is the inflammation of mucous membranes of nose in sensitized individuals when inhaled allergenic particles contact mucous membranes and induce a response mediated by antibodies (IgE). Symptoms include clear fluid from nose, sneezing, nasal congestion, allergic inflammation of eye, itchy eyes, ears or nose. Olopatadine works by stabilizing certain inflammatory cells and blocking the H1 receptor, thus blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible to promote inflammatory reactions like allergies. Before taking WINOLAP 5MG, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases, history of allergic reactions, or if you are taking any other medicines. WINOLAP 5MG should be used in pregnant or breastfeeding women only if con
Uses
OF WINOLAP 5MGUsed to manage: allergic rhinitis hives itching associated with skin diseases
How It Works
WINOLAP 5MG works by stabilizing certain inflammatory cells and blocking the H1 receptor, thus blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible to promote inflammatory reactions like allergies.
Directions for Use
Take WINOLAP 5MG as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking WINOLAP 5MG are sleepiness, feeling generally unwell, dry mouth, stomach pain and discomfort. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF WINOLAP 5MGUsed to manage: allergic rhinitis hives itching associated with skin diseases HOW WINOLAP 5MG WORKSWINOLAP 5MG works by stabilizing certain inflammatory cells and blocking the H1 receptor, thus blocking the release of histamine, which is responsible to promote inflammatory reactions like allergies. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake WINOLAP 5MG as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF WINOLAP 5MGCOMMON sleepiness feeling generally unwell dry mouth hypersensitivity (rash, swelling, itching, trouble breathing) stomach pain and discomfort increase in white blood cells hidden blood in stool Stop taking WINOLAP 5MG and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of liver dysfunction, fulminant hepatitis, jaundice (loss of appetite, yellow skin and white of eyes)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYWINOLAP 5MG should be used in pregnant women only if considered necessary by your doctor as its safety in pregnancy is not yet established. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGWINOLAP 5MG should be used in breastfeeding women only if considered necessary by your doctor due to potential adverse effects on infants. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel drowsy or sleepy after taking WINOLAP 5MG. KIDNEYWINOLAP 5MG should be taken with caution in patients with impaired kidney function. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERWINOLAP 5MG should be taken with caution in patients with liver malfunction. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take WINOLAP 5MG if you are allergic to Olopatadine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking WINOLAP 5MG, inform your doctor if you have: any allergic skin testing Use in pediatrics: WINOLAP 5MG is not recommended for use in infants as safety in low-birth-weight infants, neonate, and suckling infants is not established. Consult child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: WINOLAP 5MG should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged above 65 years). Management will be initiated with the lowest effective dose. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before using WINOLAP 5MG, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicines. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of WINOLAP 5MG, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Olopatadine Pharmacological Category : Mast cell stabilizer and H1 receptor antagonist Therapeutic Indication : Allergic rhinitis, hives, itching associated with skin diseases Dosage Forms : Tablet, Eye drops, Ophthalmic solution MORE INFORMATION Keep WINOLAP 5MG out of reach of children Store below 25°C