Histafree 30mg/5ml Suspension

This medication is an antihistamine. It is used in the treatment of seasonal allergy such as itchy throat, itchy eyes, sneezing or runny nose. The suspension also helps in managing hives.

It is advised to avoid using this suspension if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. There are certain precautions that need to be adhered before taking the medication. You need to inform your doctor if you ever had a problem in the liver or kidney. Do not use this medicine if you are taking dietary supplements or using herbal products.

The suspension can result in dizziness if consumed with alcohol. It can also cause disturbances while undergoing skin allergy tests. Elderly people are more susceptible to its effect, hence they should exercise caution. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medication.

Some common side effects of this medicine are stomach upset, dizziness and headache. You may also experience serious side effects like rashes, swelling and vomiting. It is advisable to consult a doctor if you experience these side effects.

• Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

• Chronic Utricaria

• Allergy

• Vomiting

• Headache

• Cough

• Diarrhoea

• Painful Menstruation

• Pain In The Legs

• Difficulty In Breathing

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 12-14 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine should be used with caution in pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Histafree 30mg/5ml Suspension , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Delpodine 30Mg/5Ml Oral Suspension

  Delcure Life Sciences

• Fexy 30Mg/5Ml Suspension

  Lupin Ltd

• Fexokast Suspension

  Encore Pharmaceuticals Inc.

• Fenixa 30Mg/5Ml Oral Suspension

  Canixa Life Sciences Pvt

• Nexofex Syrup

  Emenox Healthcare

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

The medication selectively inhibits the peripheral H1 receptors thereby reducing the histamine levels in the body. It specifically acts on allergies caused in the stomach and intestine, blood vessels and airways leading to the lung.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Do not use this medicine in combination with erythromycin, ketoconazole, rifampicin and antacids.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Patients suffering from impaired kidney function should exercise caution while using this suspension.

• Ques : What is Histafree 30mg 5ml suspension?

  Ans : Histafree is medication which has Fexofenadine as an active ingredient.

• Ques : What is the use of Histafree 30mg 5ml suspension?

  Ans : Histafree suspension is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Allergic rhinitis, Conjunctivitis, and Watery eyes.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Histafree 30mg 5ml suspension?

  Ans : Dizziness, Stomach discomfort, Upper respiratory tract infection, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Headache, Back pain, and Painful menstruation are possible side-effects that may occur.

• Ques : Can I take Histafree for an allergic reaction?

  Ans : Histafree suspension is an antihistaminic drug and can be used for allergic reaction.

• Ques : How long do I need to use histafree 30mg 5ml suspension before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 1 week, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use histafree 30mg 5ml suspension?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.

• Ques : Should I use histafree 30mg 5ml suspension empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in this medication, work properly on an empty stomach. It is advised to consume this medication, 1 hour before having food and at least 2 hours after having food. Taking it with food may upset your stomach.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of histafree 30mg 5ml suspension?

  Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store only at room temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

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