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Olydus 5mg Tablet

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 24 Oct 2024 | 01:12 AM (IST)
Olydus 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes.
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General Information

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Product introduction

Olydus 5mg Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.

It is generally a safe medicine with little or no side effects. However, it may cause dry mouth, weakness, or sleepiness in some people. Consult your doctor if you experience any of it that persists or gets worse. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.

Uses of Olydus Tablet

Benefits of Olydus Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions
Olydus 5mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Olydus 5mg Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Olydus 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 Olydus
  • Sleepiness
  • Weakness
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Stomach pain
  • Abnormal liver function tests

How to use Olydus 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. Olydus 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Olydus Tablet works

Olydus 5mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Quick tips

  • Your doctor has prescribed Olydus 5mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
  • As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
  • Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
  • Stop taking Olydus 5mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
Olydus 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olydus 5mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Olydus 5mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Olydus 5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olydus 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olydus 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Olydus 5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Olydus 5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
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Frequently asked questions

Olydus 5mg Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Yes, Olydus 5mg Tablet can be taken in long-term itching conditions. Such type of condition is termed chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
Yes, Olydus 5mg Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for a full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.
No, Olydus 5mg Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Olydus 5mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine which helps to reduce allergic symptoms.
Olydus 5mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Olydus 5mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Usually, Olydus 5mg Tablet does not cause eye irritation. Infact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.
Olydus 5mg Tablet can be used in children above 3 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety of children under 3 years of age with Olydus 5mg Tablet have not been established. Therefore, the use of Olydus 5mg Tablet should be avoided in children of such age group.
Usually, using Olydus 5mg Tablet does not make you sleepy. However, in some cases there are chances that it may cause sleepiness. It is important to know that if other anti-allergic medications are taken orally along with this medication then they may make you sleepy. Avoid driving or performing work on heavy machinery work if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.
The Olydus 5mg Tablet should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Olydus 5mg Tablet will depend upon the disease condition, its severity, and the response of the patient to the treatment. The medicine can be given for as long as four months if considered necessary. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.
Olydus 5mg Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Yes, Olydus 5mg Tablet can be taken in long-term itching condition. Such type of condition is termed as chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
Yes, Olydus 5mg Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.

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Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic
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