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Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines that effectively treat filariasis. It fights against the worms to relieve the discomfort caused due to the infestation.

Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It is advised to take it as the prescription. It should be taken with food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.

Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may lead to some side effects such as nausea, weakness, headaches, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are taking any medicines for any health condition. 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. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.


Uses of Trozan OD Tablet


Side effects of Trozan OD 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 Trozan OD

  • Nausea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Dryness in mouth
  • Fatigue
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Headache
  • Allergic reaction

How to use Trozan OD 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. Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Trozan OD Tablet works

Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Diethylcarbamazine and Cetirizine which treat filariasis. Diethylcarbamazine works by decreasing the muscular activity and causing paralysis of these worms while Cetirizine decreases the raised eosinophil count (white blood cells) and controls allergic symptoms like cough and breathlessness.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Trozan OD Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet.
  • Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
  • Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.
  • Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet should be taken with food at the same time every day.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as medicine can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • It can be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. Use birth control measures to prevent pregnancy while taking Trozan OD 300mg/10mg Tablet.
  • Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this medicine and regularly throughout your treatment.
  • Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of infection.
  • Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking the medicine as it can enhance the dizziness.

Fact Box

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No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES

Patient concerns

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how to reduce eosinophill count in the blood i have high eosinophill (cough)
Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan
ENT
It can be due to allergy, filariasis. Do u have any allergic problem
If falaria deasease cannot be cure permanently by medicine.
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Filariasis may or may not be cured permanently , depends on duration n severity of disease.
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References

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  2. Cetirizine. New York, New York: Pfizer Labs; 2003. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Drugs.com. Cetrizine. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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