Introduction
Expert Advice
- Take this medicine with or without meals.
- Take immediately after opening tablet blister.
- Contact prescriber if there is chest pain, palpitations (awareness of cardiac muscle contraction), sleepiness, seizures (uncontrolled electrical activity in brain with alteration of consciousness), fast heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, or worsening of the condition.
- Do not take other depressants and sleep-inducing medications without consulting your doctor.
Primary Uses
Allergy
Indications
This medicine is used in symptomatic treatment of perennial rhinitis (chronic inflammation of nose), seasoned allergic rhinitis, and idiopathic chronic urticaria (skin rashes of unknown cause).
Side Effects
Patients using this medicine may experience anxiety (feeling of uneasiness), and somnolence (excessively sleepy). Rarely, this medicine may also cause fatigue, nausea, and headache.
Warnings
Pregnancy
This medicine is contraindicated in pregnant females.
Lactation
This medicine is contraindicated in nursing females. Consult your doctor for further information.
Driving
Please avoid driving when taking this medicine as it may affect your ability to drive.
Alcohol
Please avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine.
Precautions
Patients with severe hepatic (liver) impairment should use this medicine with caution.
Contraindications
This medication is contraindicadated in patients who are allergic to this medication or it’s components.
FAQS
How many hours apart can you take this medication?
This medication is taken twice daily by mouth. Consult your doctor for further advice.
Does this medication work instantly?
This medication is well absorbed after administration and peak levels are reached within an hour.
Is this medication the same as Benadryl?
Both of these medications are antihistamines used to treat allergy symptoms.
Does this medication raise heart rate?
Consult your doctor immediately if you experience fast or uneven heart rate.
Does this medication cause weight gain?
No, this medication does not cause weight gain.
Disclaimer
Dawaai’s intention is to make sure that it’s consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.
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