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AllerEthix™-25
Hydroxyzine Tablets I.P.
PACKING SIZE / TYPE
Summary
AllerEthix™-25 MG Tablet is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used to treat the symptoms of allergic skin conditions such as rash, redness, itching, swelling, etc. It works by blocking the action of a chemical substance, called histamine, and provides relief from allergy.
AllerEthix™-25 MG Tablet is also used in the treatment of anxiety. It is also used to help you feel relaxed and to induce sleep before surgery along with anaesthesia.
AllerEthix™-25 25 MG Tablet may cause some common side effects such as sleepiness, tiredness, dryness in the mouth, headache, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a long time or if they become severe.
AllerEthix™-25 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor. Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Take this medicine for the recommended duration as prescribed by your doctor.
AllerEthix™-25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have heart, liver, or kidney problems, or other medical conditions like asthma (a condition that causes breathing difficulty), depression (a condition that includes low mood and loss of interest), or glaucoma (an eye condition that may cause vision problems).
AllerEthix™-25 MG Tablet may interact with other medicines and cause undesired effects. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicine including herbs and supplements. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
Side Effects
Major & minor side effects for Hydroxyzine Tablet
- Sleepiness
- Tiredness
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Confusion
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
Usage
What is it prescribed for?
- Anxiety
Anxiety is a condition characterized by intense and excessive fear and worrying. AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet helps to relieve the symptoms of anxiety when used with other medications.
- Allergic skin conditions
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is used to treat skin allergies such as atopic dermatitis (skin rash that causes itching and redness), pruritus (itching), hives/urticaria (itchy, painful eruptions that sting), etc. This medicine reduces the symptoms of allergy like redness, rash, itching, etc.
- Preoperative sedation
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is used along with other medications as a sedative (sleep-inducing) before and after general anaesthesia for surgeries.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet shows its effect in 15-30 minutes after intake.
- How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet lasts for about 12 to 24 hours after intake.
- Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration.
- Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet.
- Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
- Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
When not to use?
- Allergy
Avoid taking Hydroxyzine Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
- Prolonged QT interval
Hydroxyzine Tablet is not recommended for use if you have QT interval prolongation (a heart condition that causes abnormal heart rhythm) as it may worsen your condition.
Warnings
Warnings for special population
- Pregnancy
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
- Breast-feeding
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is not recommended for use while breastfeeding as it passes into breastmilk. Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings
- Heart conditions
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm, altered blood pressure, etc. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have heart problems or high blood pressure. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns before taking this medicine.
- Driving or operating machines
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Therefore, avoid driving or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.
- Use in elderly
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly population due to the increased risk of side effects.
- Other Medicines
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet may increase the risk of side effects like sleepiness and impaired thinking when taken together with medicines that have a sedative (sleep-inducing) effect. Inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs or supplements before taking this medicine.
Dosage
- Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Hydroxyzine Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
- Overdose
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor. Reach the nearest emergency medical department in case of an overdose with Hydroxyzine Tablet.
Interactions
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
- Description
N/A
- Instructions
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentration.
Interaction with Medicine
- Propranolol
- Tramadol
- Alprazolam
- Clozapine
- Quinidine
- Zolpidem
- Ketoconazole
- Hydroxychloroquine
- Moxifloxacin
- Clonazepam
Disease interactions
- Liver Disease
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is broken down in your liver. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing liver problem as it may lead to the accumulation of AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet in your body and increase the risk of side effects. Your doctor may recommend dose adjustments based on your clinical condition.
- Kidney disease
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet is excreted from your body by the kidneys. Hence, it should be used with caution if you have a pre-existing kidney problem as it may lead to the accumulation of AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet in your body and increase the risk of side effects. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine
- Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerves in your eyes due to increased intraocular pressure (high pressure inside the eyeball). AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have glaucoma as this medicine may increase the pressure within your eyes. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
- Depression
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet may cause changes in behaviour and thoughts. Hence, this medicine should be used with caution if you have a history of depression or any other mental illness as it may further worsen your condition and cause an increased risk of suicidal thoughts. Closely monitor for any behaviour and mood changes while taking this medicine.
- Asthma
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have asthma (narrowing of the airways leading to breathing difficulty) or any other lung problems as this medicine may cause thickening of the secretions in your airways. This may lead to obstruction in your airways. Inform your doctor if you have asthma before taking this medicine.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
General Instructions
Take AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet with or without food as instructed by your doctor. Do not break crush or chew the tablet.
Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid discontinuation of AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet without consulting your doctor.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet, as it may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Avoid driving or operating machines after taking this medicine as it may reduce your alertness.
Other Details
Miscelleneous
Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor
To be taken as instructed by doctor
Causes sleepiness
How it works
AllerEthix™- 25 MG Tablet works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical substance in the body responsible for allergy. Thus, it provides relief from allergic symptoms. It also acts as a sedative (sleep-inducing) through its action on the brain.
Legal Status
Approved
Approved
Approved
Unknown
Classification
Category
Antihistamines
Schedule
Schedule H
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