In the article, we consider the instructions for use for the Omnik preparation.
It is intended to alleviate the condition of the patient with defects in urination (stones in the ureter or kidneys, prostate adenoma , chronic cystitis and others). Recently, it is increasingly possible to meet such a pathology as prostatic hyperplasia, which can cause both urination disorders and the occurrence of unpleasant sensations, for example, burning, pain and heaviness in the lower abdomen.
Many drugs are produced to stop the pathology, and Omnic has become one of the most effective drugs of this kind.
External characteristics and release form
According to the instructions, Omnic is made in the form of capsules or tablets, which are coated with a soluble shell, in each blister ten pieces. A pack can have one or three blisters. The drug Omnic is available in the form of capsules, and Omnic Okas is in the form of tablets. Patients often think that there is only one difference between them, but this is not entirely true. A little later, Omnic and Omnic Okas will be described in more detail. Instructions for use indicate that the tablets have a biconvex round shape, from brown-yellow to yellow. They also have a specific medicinal odor.
On the tablets, on the one hand, the numbers 0 and 4 are extruded. The Omnic in capsules has granules inside, the color varies from light yellow to white, and the capsule is olive in color.
Active components
In accordance with the instructions to Omnik, the main active component of the drug is tamsulosin hydrochloride. It also includes excipients: magnesium stearate, macrogol and others. The instructions for use list all other components.
The therapeutic effect usually becomes apparent after two weeks of use, since the drug is characterized by a "cumulative" effect, but at the same time it happens that patients noted improvement in their condition after the first dose.
Indications for use
The instruction for Omnic informs that the drug is intended for the treatment of urination defects due to pathologies such as prostatic gland hyperplasia , kidney and ureter stones, prostate adenoma, etc. This is stated in the official instructions for use. Reviews about the drug are for the most part positive.
The drug is used on an ongoing basis - treatment with courses is not allowed, since it will not be effective.
Doctors most often prescribe “Omnic” for the purpose of symptomatic and supportive treatment, which is designed to facilitate the course of the underlying disease, which is not amenable to therapy or cannot be cured for a certain time period.
Contraindications
According to the instructions to Omnik, he, like any medicine, has a number of contraindications, because of which it is worth using it carefully or not at all.
Below we will consider cases in which the Omnic is better not to use. Instructions for its use note several conditions. Some indications that prohibit or limit the use of the drug are:
- Hypersensitivity to a particular substance in the composition of the product, as well as allergic manifestations in the past for medications. In this case, use the tablets with extreme caution, or in combination with anti-allergic tablets, as described in the instructions for use.
- Deficiency of the liver of a pronounced degree or severe defects in its functioning. In such a disease, the specialist usually prescribes the drug Omnic Okas to the patient. Due to the special mechanism of its influence, it does not overload the liver with chemicals, acting gradually, due to which the organ functions in a gentle manner.
- Arterial and orthostatic hypotension - if you have previously had problems with blood vessels and blood pressure, it is best to use another drug for treatment that does not have such contraindications, or completely abandon the use of the drug.
- Chronic renal failure - as with liver failure, the drug should be taken very carefully and only under medical supervision.
Instructions for use with Omnik are very detailed.
Side effects
The drug can cause side effects of varying severity, among them diarrhea or constipation, increased heart rate, fainting and dizziness, vomiting and nausea, ejaculation defects, itching, rash, allergic symptoms, shortness of breath. This is confirmed by the instructions for use and reviews to "Omnic". A completely incomplete list of possible pathological effects is given, therefore, the first time after taking the medicine, you should especially carefully monitor the reactions of your body.
Drug withdrawal
But it is worth saying that, despite the limitations in use and side effects, the drug does not have a withdrawal reaction according to the instructions and reviews for Omnik. Thus, pills can be stopped at any time - by decision of a specialist or other circumstances, and the patient will not feel worse from this.
Overdose
The instructions for the Omnic tablets are important to strictly observe.
Due to an overdose of the drug, the following negative manifestations can be noted: a decrease in blood pressure, dizziness, tachycardia, flies in the eyes, and nausea. Special therapy for overdose is usually not required, the patient is enough to lie down and drink strong coffee or tea.
In accordance with the instructions for use with Omnik, if there are no improvements, then the use of medications that increase blood pressure (vasoconstrictor agents) is allowed. It is also necessary to control the activity of the kidneys.
In addition, it will be advisable to carry out gastric lavage (if the symptoms manifest clearly and the patient has a strong overdose) or drink activated charcoal or other absorbent agents. In addition, it is disrupted to take a laxative to minimize the amount of the drug absorbed by the body.
In order to avoid the manifestation of negative effects, as well as an overdose of a medication, it is necessary to carefully follow all medical recommendations, familiarize yourself with the instructions for use, and also do not exceed the dosage of the drug indicated by a specialist. For the Omnic medication, the instructions for use can confirm this.
Application, dosage and storage features
The drug should be stored in a dry place with limited access for children, at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C. Its shelf life cannot be more than three years from the date of release of the medication. When this period expires, the drug can not be used, and it must be disposed of.
The drug is used strictly as prescribed by the specialist, since it is he who can choose the dosage that is suitable for a particular patient, depending on the disease that needs to be stopped, and on the state of the body as a whole and the results of preliminary examinations. So it is said in the instructions for use with Omnic. Analogues of the drug will be considered below.
Application and standard dosage
Pills are usually given once a day, regardless of the meal, when it comes to capsules, or immediately after breakfast, when the tablets are taken. The latter, however, do not have to be drunk directly in the morning, you just need to use them at the same time of the day, since the active substance of the drug gradually affects the body over twenty-four hours, and the capsules have an almost instant effect.
The capsule or tablet should be swallowed completely, it is impossible to chew or divide it into parts. In addition, the drug does not have a specific period of use, as a rule, the drug is prescribed for use on an ongoing basis or for a certain long period of time.
Instructions for use with Omnik confirm this.
What is the difference between Omnic and Omnic Okas?
When patients see similar names, they are often lost, cannot choose the drug that was prescribed by a specialist. In addition, they ask the question: what is the difference between Omnic and Omnic Okas? Reviews, analogues and price are also of interest.
In fact, everything is very simple: "Omnic" differs from "Omnic Ocas" only in assimilation and further distribution of the drug in the human body.
According to the instructions and reviews, Omnik Okas most often has a milder effect on the body and, in particular, on lowering blood pressure, which is optimal for hypotensive patients.
A special coating of the drug contributes to the slow release of the active substance and affects the body during the day, while the Omnic has a complete and quick action immediately after the capsule shell has dissolved.
This means that the drug Omnic Okas is prescribed for patients who suffer from diabetes mellitus, moderate hypotension, renal or hepatic insufficiency or who have other chronic diseases, in which the drug should be used very carefully. The principle of action of the drug and its composition is otherwise completely identical not only in terms of quantity of substances, but also in name.
When a doctor appoints Omnik and there are no side effects, it is not necessary to switch to the use of Omnik Okas according to the instructions. On the contrary, when observing undesirable effects due to capsules, it is worth starting to use tablets to adjust the effect of the drug on the patient's systems and organs.
In the instructions for use with Omnik, reviews and analogues are not indicated.
Cheaper analogues
The drug Omnic can be replaced by the following drugs:
- Hyperprost is a medication that can be used if it is necessary to replace Omnik. It differs in both good cost (for ten tablets no more than 250 rubles), and a lesser effect on blood pressure, that is, it can be suitable for patients suffering from hypotension. Among other things, it can be purchased at any pharmacy.
- "Proflosin" - thirty tablets can be purchased for 400-450 rubles.
- “Omsulosin” - the cost of thirty tablets - no more than five hundred rubles. Currently, this is the most popular analogue, since it not only has a low price, but also has few side effects.
- "Revocarin" - an analogue with a low cost, is a good budget alternative to "Omnic", ten tablets can be purchased for 280 rubles.
- "Sonizin" - low price and significant efficiency. Ten tablets cost about 250-300 rubles.
- “Tamsulosin-Teva” - from 600 to 650 rubles for 30 tablets, the drug is used at any time once a day, the active component of this drug is completely similar to “Omnic”.
In addition, there are other analogues that are less known, but have significant effectiveness, but it can be quite difficult to find them in pharmacies - with rare exceptions. These include the following drugs: Tamselin, Fokusin, Tamsulosin Retard, Tulosin, Tamsulosin-OBL, Taniz-K, Tamsulosin hydrochloride, Taniz ERAS, Tamsulon-FS ".
Reviews
Doctors with the above indications recommend the patient exactly the Omnic drug. All reviews about the drug fully justify the effect and functions described in the instructions.
But some side effects can cause problems in a number of patients. For example, often when applied, retrograde ejaculation occurs that scares men. Moreover, they usually do not associate this effect with the drug.
In any case, although the reviews on the effectiveness of the drug are mostly positive, specialist advice is required. The drug should be prescribed by a doctor.
We reviewed the detailed instructions for use with Omnic.