Deslee 50mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling and rashes.
Deslee 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe. You may experience dizziness and sleepiness after taking the medicine. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist or worry you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart as antihistamines can cause your heart to beat faster. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
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 Deslee
Sleepiness
Dizziness
How to use Deslee 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. Deslee 50mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Deslee Tablet works
Deslee 50mg 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
Deslee 50mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Deslee 50mg 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Deslee 50mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Deslee 50mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Deslee 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Deslee 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Deslee 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Deslee 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Deslee Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Deslee 50mg 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Your doctor has prescribed Deslee 50mg 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 Deslee 50mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperidine Derivate
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Deslee with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Mostly u are suffering from allergic rhinitis. Either u have to take long term steroid nasal spray or permanent cure can be done with allergy skin prick testing and immunotherapy can be given
Deslee 50mg Tablet is used for the treatment of allergic conditions causing runny nose, redness and watering of eyes, sneezing and allergic reactions to medicines and food.
What should I know before using Deslee 50mg Tablet?
Before using Deslee 50mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Deslee 50mg Tablet or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have, or have had any problems with your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
Is Deslee 50mg Tablet safe?
Deslee 50mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How does Deslee 50mg Tablet work?
Deslee 50mg Tablet works by blocking the release of a naturally occurring substance in our body known as histamine, that is responsible for producing symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, sneezing and red or watery eyes.
What if I forget to take a dose of Deslee 50mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Deslee 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Deslee 50mg Tablet effective?
Deslee 50mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Deslee 50mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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