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Antihistamines - oral
Allergy tablet Usage: Antihistamines are used to treat rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching, & sneezing due to allergies or the common cold. They may also be used to treat motion sickness, anxiety, or as sleep aid (for insomnia).
How to use Allergy pill: May be taken with food or milk if stomach upset occurs. Sustained-release or long acting tablets & capsules should be swallowed whole. Chewing or crushing them will destroy long action & may increase side effects. for chewable tablets, chew thoroughly & swallow. Shake suspensions well before taking.
Allergy med side effects: can cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth & nose. These effects should subside as youre body adjusts to drug. If they persist or become bothersome, inform you're pharmacist. Notify your doctor if you develop: breathing difficulties, pounding or irregular heartbeat, ringing in ears, difficulty urinating. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact youre healthcare professional or pharmacist.
Allergy tablet Precautions: Tell your pharmacist you're medical history, especially of: glaucoma (narrow angle), stomach ulcers, difficulty urinating (e.g., enlarged prostate), heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, lung problems, overactive thyroid. Change from a seated or lying position slowly to avoid dizziness. Use caution at performing activities requiring alertness. Limit alcohol intake to avoid excessive drowsiness. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to effects of the medication. do not give long-acting antihistamines to a kid younger than 12 years of age nor other dose forms of antihistamines to child younger than 6 years about age with out doctor approval. this drug should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with your doctor. it med may be excreted into breast milk. Consult your physician before breast-feeding.
Allergy tablet drug interactions: Tell youre doctor of all drugs you may use (both prescription and nonprescription), especially of: sleeping tablets, sedatives, tranquilizers, muscle relaxants, pill for depression, seizure drugs, narcotic pain relievers, other medications for colds/hay fever/allergies. Because this medication may affect allergy testing, you may have to stop using this drug since few days before the tests are performed. Consult your physician about this. don't start or stop any medicine without healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.
Allergy tablet Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose in children may include abnormal eye movements, flushed face, dry mouth, change in amount of urine, fever, excitation, agitation, bizarre behavior, confusion, restlessness, irritability, delirium, twitching, tiredness, abnormal tongue movement, trembling extremities, slurred speech, or seizures. Symptoms of overdose in adults may include drowsiness, or unconsciousness, which may be followed by excitement or seizures.
Allergy pill special notes: do not share this product with others.
If you missed Allergy tablet dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if It's almost time for following dose, instead, skip the missed dose & resume your usual dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.
Allergy pill Storage: Store at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. don't store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this med.
Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.
Active Ingredients : Antihistamines