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Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs

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SALT COMPOSITION
Salt Synonyms
Dimetindene
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Product introduction

Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from allergic symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, redness, swelling, itching and watery eyes.

Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs may be taken with or without food. Take it exactly as per your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms.  You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case, you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.

Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dryness of mouth. To prevent it, drink more water and maintain good oral hygiene.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have any gastro-related issues or have asthma. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.

Benefits of Foristal Tablet SR

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs is used to treat many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.

This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Side effects of Foristal Tablet SR

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 Foristal

  • Sleepiness
  • Dryness in mouth

How to use Foristal Tablet SR

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. Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Foristal Tablet SR works

Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
The use of Dimethindene can impair wakefulness; for concerned patients, caution is recommended in case of driving.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Foristal Tablet SR?

If you miss a dose of Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs, 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

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Quick tips

  • Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
  • Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Foristal 2.5mg Lontabs, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Indenes and Isoindene Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
First-Generation H1 Antihistamines

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References

  1. ScienceDirect. Dimethindene. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Address: 64, Dodda Banaswadi Main Rd, Annaiah Reddy Layout, Banswadi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560043
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2026

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