Olofur

Forgo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Composition for Olofur Products

Olofur Products are primarily used for

Allergic conditions

About Olofur Products

Uses of Olofur Products

Olopatadine is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

Olofur Products side effects

Common

Side Effects of Olofur are Sleepiness, Taste change, Headache, Dry eye, Pharyngitis, Eye pain, Eye irritation, Abnormal sensation in eyes, Nasal dryness, Fatigue, Nosebleeds, Nasal ulceration, Nasal septal perforation, Change in alertness.

How Olofur Products work

Olopatadine 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.

Patient Concerns about Olofur Products

Frequently asked questions about Olofur Products

Frequently asked questions about Olopatadine

Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Olofur 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.
Q. How do we take Olofur 5mg Tablet?
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.
Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Olofur 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.
Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Olofur 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.
Q. Is Olofur 5mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Olofur 5mg Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Olofur 5mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine which helps to reduce allergic symptoms.
Q. Is Olofur 5mg Tablet effective?
Olofur 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 Olofur 5mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet cause eye irritation?
Usually, Olofur 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.
Q. Can a child use Olofur 5mg Tablet?
Olofur 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 Olofur 5mg Tablet have not been established. Therefore, the use of Olofur 5mg Tablet should be avoided in children of such age group.
Q. Does Olofur 5mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Usually, using Olofur 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.
Q. How long can you use Olofur 5mg Tablet?
The Olofur 5mg Tablet should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Olofur 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.
Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Olofur 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.
Q. How do we take Olofur 5mg Tablet?
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.
Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Olofur 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.
Q. Can Olofur 5mg Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Olofur 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.

Products for Olofur

Olofur 5mg Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
Forgo Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
MRP
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