Omalirel Injection
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Reliance Life Sciences |
| Active Ingredient | Omalizumab (150mg) |
| Storage | Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze. |
| Chemical Class | Monoclonal antibody (mAb) |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Anti IgE monoclonal antibodies |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 566 |
FAQ
Omalirel Injection Reviews
Omalirel is a monoclonal antibody. It is used in the treatment of moderate to severe asthma in both adults and children. It eases the symptoms of asthma such as wheezing, breathlessness, tightness in your chest, and coughing.
Omalirel is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The first three dose of medicine is given by the doctor. Your doctor will explain to you the best way to inject the medicine so that you can inject your medicine at home. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you even if you feel better.
The most common side effects of this medicine include joint pain, pain (general), fatigue, dizziness, fracture, itching, dermatitis, upper abdominal pain, nasopharyngitis, headache, and ear pain. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Remember, it does not prevent you from a sudden attack, hence always carry your emergency inhaler with you.
Before taking this medicine if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. In general, alcohol is not recommended while on treatment with this medicine.
Omalirel is given as an injection under the supervision of a doctor. The first three dose of medicine is given by the doctor. Your doctor will explain to you the best way to inject the medicine so that you can inject your medicine at home. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you even if you feel better.
The most common side effects of this medicine include joint pain, pain (general), fatigue, dizziness, fracture, itching, dermatitis, upper abdominal pain, nasopharyngitis, headache, and ear pain. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Remember, it does not prevent you from a sudden attack, hence always carry your emergency inhaler with you.
Before taking this medicine if you have liver or kidney disease, or if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. In general, alcohol is not recommended while on treatment with this medicine.
How Omalirel Injection Works
Omalirel is a monoclonal antibody that specifically binds to proteins (immunoglobulin E) which have a key role in causing asthma.
How to Use Omalirel Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Benefits of Omalirel Injection
- In Asthma: Omalirel is used to treat the symptoms of asthma such as tightness in your chest, wheezing, breathlessness and coughing. This means you can carry out your daily activities more easily and more confidently. It may take a few weeks for this medicine to show full effects. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.
Uses of Omalirel Injection
- Asthma
Omalirel Injection Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Omalirel is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Omalirel is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Driving
SAFE
Omalirel does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Omalirel does not cause any harmful side effects.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Omalirel is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Omalirel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Omalirel is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Omalirel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Let your doctor know if you are or planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor immediately if your asthma remains uncontrolled or worsens after initiation of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you have any other allergies (such as food allergies or seasonal allergies).
- Omalirel is used for the treatment of moderate to severe asthma.
- Seek immediate medical help if you experience symptoms like wheezing, shortness of breath, cough, chest tightness, swelling of the throat or tongue, or trouble breathing.
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