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Antihistamines - oral

Simular Drugs : Lodrane, Lodrane, Lodrane Ld

Lodrane Usage: Antihistamines are used to treat rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching, & sneezing due to allergies or common cold. They may also be used to treat motion sickness, anxiety, or as a sleep aid (for insomnia).

How to use Lodrane: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Sustained-release or long acting tablets and capsules must be swallowed whole. Chewing or crushing them will destroy long action and may increase side effects. for chewable pills, chew thoroughly & swallow. Shake suspensions well before taking.

Lodrane side effects: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth and nose. These effects should subside as youre body adjusts to the medication. If they persist or become bothersome, inform your physician. Notify youre physician if you develop: breathing difficulties, pounding or irregular heartbeat, ringing in ears, difficulty urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or doctor.

Lodrane Precautions: Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: glaucoma (narrow angle), stomach ulcers, difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate), heart disease, HBP, seizures, lung problems, overactive thyroid. Change from seated or lying position slowly to avoid dizziness. Use caution in performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake to avoid excessive drowsiness. Caution is advised when using this med in elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the medication. do not give long-acting antihistamines to a kid younger then 12 years of age nor other dose forms of antihistamines to a children younger then 6 years about age without pharmacist approval. it drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your pharmacist. this drug may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Lodrane medication interactions: Tell your healthcare professional of all the tablets you may use (both prescription & nonprescription), especially about: sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, medication for depression, seizure medications, narcotic pain relievers, other drugs for colds/hay fever/allergies. Because this medication may affect allergy testing, you may have to stop using this med for several days before the tests are performed. Consult your pharmacist about this. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or physician approval.

Lodrane Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact you're local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms about overdose in children may include abnormal eye movements, flushed face, dry mouth, change at amount about urine, fever, excitation, agitation, bizarre behavior, confusion, restlessness, irritability, delirium, twitching, tiredness, abnormal tongue movement, trembling extremities, slurred speech, or seizures. Symptoms of overdose at adults may include drowsiness, or unconsciousness, which may be followed by excitement or seizures.

Lodrane special notes: do not share it product with others.

If you missed Lodrane dose: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; don't take if it is almost clock for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Lodrane Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of it medication.

Medical alert: you're condition can cause complications at medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Antihistamines