Histacin 4mg (Chlorpheniramine Maleate) Tablet is an antihistamine that is used to prevent or treat allergic reactions like hay fever or urticaria caused by pollen, dust, or animal hair. Use of this medicine in children under the age of 2 years is not recommended.
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Histacin 4mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Histacin 4mg Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless strictly indicated. The benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
There is limited information available on the use of this medicine in lactating women. However, as a component of this medicine is known to be excreted in milk, this medicine should be avoided if you are breastfeeding.
Histacin 4mg Tablet causes sleepiness. If you are taking this medicine, then avoid driving.
Take Histacin 4mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Take Histacin 4mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Histacin 4mg Tablet contains chlorpheniramine, which belongs to an antiallergic group of medicines. It works by opposing the action of a substance called histamine, a chemical formed in the body in certain allergic conditions.
Histacin 4mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is classified as an alkylamine antihistamine. It is known for its strong potency in blocking histamine H1-receptors, making it an effective antihistamine. Compared to promethazine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate typically causes less sedation. Its mechanism of action involves competitive blocking of the H1-receptors.
For children:
It is important to note that Chlorpheniramine Maleate is not recommended for use in children below 1 year of age.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Histacin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Drug Interactions: Histacin 4mg Tablet may interact with other anti-allergic drugs such as diphenhydramine and cetirizine, antidepressant duloxetine, anticonvulsant phenytoin, and antianxiety drug alprazolam. It is important to inform your doctor about all the medications you are taking to avoid potential interactions.
Food Interaction: Histacin 4mg Tablet may interact with alcohol. It is advised to avoid consuming alcohol while taking Histacin 4mg Tablet as it may increase the risk of adverse effects, including drowsiness, dizziness, or difficulty concentrating.
Disease Interactions: If you have certain health conditions, such as high blood pressure, fits (seizures), glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in the stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria, enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (adrenal gland tumor), or kidney, liver, heart, or urinary problems, it is important to inform your doctor before taking Histacin 4mg Tablet. Your doctor needs to consider these conditions when prescribing the medication.
Chlorpheniramine is contraindicated in patients hypersensitive to this agent, in newborn or premature infants.
During pregnancy, the use of antihistamines like chlorpheniramine in the first trimester has not been reported to be associated with an increased risk of malformations. However, there are no controlled data available on the use of chlorpheniramine during human pregnancy. It is generally recommended to use antihistamines during pregnancy only when the potential benefits outweigh the potential risks. If you are pregnant, it is important to discuss the use of chlorpheniramine with your doctor.
When it comes to lactation, chlorpheniramine is excreted into human milk. The manufacturer advises caution when administering chlorpheniramine to nursing women. Infants should be monitored for irritability or drowsiness. It's worth noting that antihistamines may temporarily decrease maternal serum prolactin concentrations when administered prior to nursing the infant for the first time. If you are breastfeeding, it is recommended to consult your doctor before using chlorpheniramine.
Store in a cool (Below 25°C temperature) and dry place protected from light. Keep out of the reach of children.
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