Description
INTRODUCTION ABOUT PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET
PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever (such as sneezing, itching, a runny and stuffy nose, and red or watery eyes) and other forms of allergic rhinitis. It is also used to manage itchy skin rashes (hives, or urticaria).
PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET contains Bilastine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines. It works by stopping the binding of histamine (a chemical that is produced by the immune system) to its receptor in the body, and in severe cases, it inhibits the initiation of an allergic reaction.
PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with a history of irregular heartbeats. Before taking PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have moderate or severe renal impairment or a personal or family history of heart problems.
PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET should not be used during pregnancy as a precautionary measure, and it should be used with caution in breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children (less than 12 years of age). The most common side effects of taking PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET are headache, drowsiness, nasal irritation, and stomach pain. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects worsen.
USES OF PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET
It is used to:
- Relieve symptoms of hay fever (such as sneezing, itching, a runny and stuffy nose, and red or watery eyes) and other forms of allergic reactions
- Manage itchy skin rashes (hives or urticaria).
HOW PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET WORKS
PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET works by stopping the binding of histamine (a chemical that is produced by the immune system) to its receptor in the body, and in severe cases, it inhibits the initiation of an allergic reaction.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET as advised by your doctor. Swallow the medicine with enough water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Try to take PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET daily at the same time in the evening. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.
SIDE EFFECTS OF PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET
COMMON
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Rhinitis (nasal irritation)
- Allergic conjunctivitis (eye irritation)
- Stomach pain (abdominal or upper abdominal pain)
UNCOMMON
- Tiredness, dizziness, and a feeling of weakness
- Increased appetite, nausea, diarrhea, and indigestion
- Irregular heartbeat
- Increased weight
- Anxiety
- Dry or uncomfortable nose
- Belly pain
- Gastritis (inflammation of the stomach wall)
- Vertigo (a sense of spinning or dizziness)
- Thirsty, dry mouth
- Dyspnea (difficult breathing)
- Itching, eczema, and urticaria (hives)
- Cold sores (oral herpes)
- Fever
- Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
- Difficulty sleeping
- Lip swelling
- Loss of consciousness
RARE
Stop taking PRULASTIN 20MG TABLET and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Allergic reaction (signs include difficulty breathing, dizziness, collapsing or losing consciousness, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, and/or swelling and redness of the skin)
- Heart problems (signs include heart racing or slowing, cold, sweats, feeling faint, feeling the heartbeat, lightheadedness, nausea, and shortness of breath)
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