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Opesinkast 10 is manufactured and registered by OPV Pharmaceutical Company - VIETNAM. Opesinkast 10 has the main ingredient is montelukast, often indicated in the treatment of asthma, allergic rhinitis.
1. What is Opesinkast 10?
Opesinkast 10 is a prescription drug, classified as a drug acting on the respiratory tract. Opesinkast 10 contains montelukast as the active ingredient.
Dosage form: film-coated tablets, each containing 10mg of montelukast (as Montelukast sodium) and other excipients. Packing form: blister of 7 tablets, each box contains 4 blisters.
2. Uses of the drug Opesinkast 10
Regular use of Opesinkast 10 is effective in preventing shortness of breath, wheezing due to asthma as well as reducing the frequency of asthma attacks.
Relieves symptoms of allergic rhinitis such as sneezing, stuffy nose, runny nose, itchy nose. Using Opesinkast 10 before exercise helps prevent respiratory symptoms that occur during exercise such as bronchospasm, reducing the number of inhalers used. Reduces symptoms and frequency of asthma attacks. Treatment of year-round allergies in adults and children over 6 months of age. Treatment of seasonal allergies in adults and children over 2 years of age.
3. Indications and contraindications of Opesinkast 10
Opesinkast 10 is usually indicated in the following cases:
Treatment and prevention of chronic bronchial asthma in patients over 15 years of age Treatment of asthma in people sensitive to aspirin Allergic rhinitis (seasonal or year round) ) Prophylaxis of bronchospasm during exercise Contraindications: Absolutely do not use Opesinkast 10 in the following cases:
Allergic to any ingredient of Opesinkast 10 Pregnant women Breastfeeding women
4. Dosage and how to use Opesinkast 10
Opesinkast 10 is a prescription drug, so you should only use it with the permission of your doctor, absolutely comply with the dosage and route of administration. The patient must not arbitrarily increase or decrease the dose of the drug, change the way to use the medicine or give the medicine to others to use when they have the same disease as you.
Dosage: depending on the subject and the purpose of treatment, there are different dosages, the dosage of Opesinkast 10 is referred to as follows:
Asthma or allergic rhinitis:
Children 6 months - 5 years old: 4mg/day Children 6-14 years old: 5mg/day Over 15 years old: 10mg/day Prophylaxis of bronchospasm during exercise
Children 6-14 years old: use 5mg before performing a stress test. Over 15 years: 5mg before exercise. Note: Continue taking the medication even though asthma is under control and during more severe asthma episodes. In asthma prophylaxis, results should be assessed after 2-4 weeks of use. If the patient does not respond, the doctor may suggest other treatment options.
How to take the medicine: The patient takes the medicine with water, chew the medicine when taking it.
What to do if you miss a dose of Opesinkast 10?
Take another dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip it and continue with your next dose. Be careful not to take a double dose to make up for the missed dose. What to do in case of an overdose of Opesinkast 10?
Overdosage of Opesinkast 10 is manifested by the appearance of side effects but of a more severe degree. In this case, you should immediately go to the nearest medical examination and treatment facility for treatment. Note that you need to bring your health records and all medications you are taking to facilitate diagnosis of the cause and give appropriate treatment.
5. Undesirable effects when using Opesinkast 10
During the use of Opesinkast 10, you may experience some unwanted effects with the following frequency:
Common: respiratory tract infection, nausea, diarrhea, fever, rash, increased enzymes liver. Uncommon: anaphylaxis, somnolence, insomnia, sleepwalking, nightmares, hallucinations, depression, excitation, dizziness, seizures, nosebleeds, dry mouth, disorientation, ... Rare : easy bleeding, loss of concentration, memory loss Very rare: hallucinations, disorientation, hepatitis, erythema, eosinophilia, ... The undesirable effects listed above are incomplete. enough, you may experience some other symptoms that have not been studied. So contact your doctor if you have any unusual symptoms while taking this medicine.
6. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can affect the effects or side effects of a drug. Therefore, to be on the safe side, you need to tell your doctor about all the medications you are taking. Opesinkast 10 may interact with drugs such as phenytoin, phenobarbital, rifampicin, ...
7. Some notes when using Opesinkast 10
Pregnant and lactating women: there is not enough evidence on the safety of using Opesinkast 10 in this population. Therefore, the benefits and risks to the fetus/infant should be weighed when deciding to use the drug. Driving and operating machinery: Opesinkast 10 causes headaches and dizziness. Therefore, caution should be exercised in this subject. Other notes:
Patients always carefully read the instructions for use before taking the medicine, do not use the expired medicine, there are signs of color change, properties. Do not give Opesinkast 10 to a child under 6 months of age. The drug takes effect quickly after 1 day of use, but treatment should be continued even though symptoms have been controlled.
8. Preservation of drugs
Store the drug Opesinkast 10 in the sealed packaging of the manufacturer, keep the medicine in a cool, dry place, the maximum temperature is 30 degrees Celsius, protect from light Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets.
Opesinkast 10 drug has the main ingredient is montelukast, often indicated in the treatment of asthma, allergic rhinitis. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment and avoid unwanted side effects, patients need to strictly follow the instructions of the doctor, professional pharmacist.
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