Avil 50mg Tablet 15'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Pheniramine 50 mg
Manufacturer
Sanofi India Limited
Variant
15 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
AVIL 50MG TABLET contains Pheniramine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines. It is used in the management of allergic conditions (such as hay fever, angioneurotic oedema, drug rashes, serum sickness, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy), conditions of the respiratory tract which involves increased secretions (vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis). It is also used to manage itching skin conditions (such as neurodermatitis, lichen planus, eczema, acute and chronic urticaria, pruritus in jaundice and diabetes, pruritis of the anus or genitals, radiation sickness). It is also used to manage motion sickness and nausea, vomiting and vertigo due to Meniere’s disease (diseases of the inner ear) and other disturbances. AVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having asthma, bronchitis, severe liver or heart diseases, narrow angle glaucoma (increased pressure within the eye), intolerant to certain sugars such as lactose or if you have any planned surgery to undergo. AVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women only if clearly advised by the doctor. AVIL 50MG TABLET should not be used in children (below 5 years of age) including new-borns and premature babies. The most common
Uses
OF AVIL 50MG TABLETManage: allergic conditions (such as hay fever, angioneurotic oedema, drug rashes, serum sickness, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy) conditions of the respiratory tract which involves increased secretions (vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis) itching skin conditions (such as neurodermatitis, lichen planus, eczema, acute and chronic urticaria, pruritus in jaundice and diabetes, pruritis of the anus or genitals, radiation sickness) motion sickness, nausea, vomiting and vertigo due to Meniere’s disease (diseases of the inner ear) and other disturbances
How It Works
AVIL 50MG TABLET acts on certain receptors called H1 receptors and inhibits the action of a chemical called histamine. This inhibition reduces itching, allergic reactions and reduces the dilation of the vessels leading to less redness and oedema (swelling).
Directions for Use
Take AVIL 50MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not take the medicine on empty stomach. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the medicine for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
AVIL 50MG TABLETCOMMON sedation (drowsiness) RAREStop taking AVIL 50MG TABLET and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: swelling of the face, lips, mouth or throat, which may cause difficulty in breathing or swallowing hives fainting, headache yellowing of the skin and eyes (jaundice) changes in your usual behaviour or mood severe sedation, confusion or restlessness waves of sudden severe stomach pain hallucinations (seeing and hearing things that aren’t there), vision problems irregular heartbeat frequent infections such as fever, severe chills, sore throat or mouth ulcers
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYAVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women only if clearly advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGAVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in breast-feeding women only if clearly advised by the doctor. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or use machines if you feel drowsy after taking AVIL 50MG TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking AVIL 50MG TABLET as it may increase the adverse central nervous system effects of this medicine. LIVERAVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having severe hepatic disease and your doctor may adjust the dose in such patients. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take AVIL 50MG TABLET if you are allergic to Pheniramine or any other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSAVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having lung diseases such as asthma, bronchitis. Consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEAVIL 50MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having severe cardiovascular disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSBefore taking AVIL 50MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have: narrow angle glaucoma (increased pressure within the eye) enlarged prostate any scheduled surgery intolerant to certain sugars such as lactose Use in paediatrics: AVIL 50MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children (below 5 years of age) and if your baby is new-born or born prematurely. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug–Drug Interactions: Before taking AVIL 50MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as isocarboxazid, phenelzine (used to manage depression) zolpidem, triazolam, alprazolam, diazepam (used to manage sleep disturbances and anxiety) atropine (used to manage low heart rate and reduce bronchial secretions) other anticholinergic drugs (used to manage nausea and vomiting due to motion sickness (Ex. scopolamine) and parkinson’s disease (Ex. benztropine)) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of AVIL 50MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage symptoms of AVIL 50MG TABLET are agitation and convulsions especially in children and hallucinations, restlessness, disorientation in adults. SYNOPSIS Drug : Pheniramine Pharmacological Category : Antihistamine Therapeutic Indication : Allergic conditions, Conditions of the respiratory tract Itching skin conditions, Motion sickness and symptoms of Meniere’s disease Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep AVIL 50MG TABLET out of reach of children Store AVIL 50MG TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
24 Sep 2022