Adizen 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, some skin reactions such as eczema, hives, and reactions to bites and stings. It also relieves watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Adizen 10mg Tablet can be taken with or without food. The dose required by you may vary depending on what you are taking it for. This medicine is usually taken in the evening, but follow the advice of your doctor on how to take it. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, but if you are taking it to prevent the symptoms then you should take it regularly. If you miss doses or stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back.

Common side effects include somnolence (sleepiness), dry mouth, fatigue, fever, cough, nasopharyngitis, and nosebleed. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts to it. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects persist or worry you.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have any kidney problems or epilepsy (seizures). Your dose may need to be modified or this medicine may not suit you. Some other medicines can interact with this medicine so let your healthcare team know what else you are taking. You should also talk to your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, although it is not thought to be harmful.

Uses of Adizen Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Adizen Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Adizen 10mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Adizen 10mg Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Adizen Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Adizen

Sleepiness
Fatigue
Dryness in mouth
Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
Sore throat
Fever
Cough
Nosebleeds

How to use Adizen Tablet

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. Adizen 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Adizen Tablet works

Adizen 10mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Adizen 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Adizen 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Adizen 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Larger doses or more prolonged use of Adizen 10mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and other effects in the baby or decrease the milk supply

Driving

UNSAFE

Adizen 10mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Adizen 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Adizen 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Adizen 10mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Adizen 10mg Tablet is recommended.

What if you forget to take Adizen Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Adizen 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Adizen 10mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Adizen 10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Piperazine Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

FAQs

Is Adizen 10mg Tablet a steroid? What is it used for?

No, Adizen 10mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is an anti-allergic medication which is used to relieve the symptoms of allergy. It relieves runny nose, sneezing and redness, itching and watering of the eyes caused by hay fever or seasonal allergies. It also relieves similar symptoms caused due to allergies to substances, such as dust mites, animal dander and mold. Additionally, it is helpful in treating symptoms of hives, including itching and rash.

Does Adizen 10mg Tablet make you tired and drowsy?

Yes, Adizen 10mg Tablet can make you feel tired, sleepy and weak. If you have these symptoms, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery. Consult your doctor if not sure.

How long does it take for Adizen 10mg Tablet to work?

Adizen 10mg Tablet starts working and showing improvement within an hour of taking it. However, it may take a little longer to notice the full benefits.

Can I take Adizen 10mg Tablet and Fexofenadine together?

Sometimes the doctor may advise you to take two different antihistamines together if you are being treated for a severe itchy rash. If you are taking Adizen 10mg Tablet during the daytime, your doctor may prescribe another antihistamine for the night which causes sleepiness, especially if the itch makes it difficult for you to sleep.

Is it safe to take Adizen 10mg Tablet for a long time?

Adizen 10mg Tablet is safe if used as prescribed by your doctor. Moreover, it is unlikely to harm you if you take it for a long time. But, it is best to take Adizen 10mg Tablet for only as long as you need it.

For how long should I continue Adizen 10mg Tablet?

The duration for which the medicine needs to be taken depends on the problem being treated. For instance, if you are taking it for an insect bite, you may need it for a day or two. While, if you are taking it to prevent symptoms of chronic allergic rhinitis (inflammation of nose) or chronic urticaria, you may need to take Adizen 10mg Tablet for a longer time. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure about the duration of using Adizen 10mg Tablet

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