Histafen 120mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Histafen 120mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, congestion or stuffiness, sneezing, itching, swelling, and watery eyes. It also helps treat skin allergies with itching, redness, or swelling.
Histafen 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.
The most common side effects are headache, drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Do not self-medicate or recommend your medicine to another person even if you see the similarity in symptoms. Consult your doctor to get the most benefit. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any problems related to the kidneys, liver, or heart. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting a doctor.
Histafen 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.
The most common side effects are headache, drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Do not self-medicate or recommend your medicine to another person even if you see the similarity in symptoms. Consult your doctor to get the most benefit. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any problems related to the kidneys, liver, or heart. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting a doctor.
Uses of Histafen Tablet
- Allergic eye disease
- Nasal allergy symptoms
- Allergic conditions
- Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
- Allergic skin conditions
Side effects of Histafen 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 Histafen
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Nausea
How to use Histafen 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. Histafen 120mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Histafen Tablet works
Histafen 120mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the effects of a chemical called histamine, which is responsible for causing inflammation and its associated symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and irritation.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Histafen 120mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Histafen 120mg 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
Histafen 120mg 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.
Because of low milk levels and lack of sleepiness, use of Histafen 120mg Tablet would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Because of low milk levels and lack of sleepiness, use of Histafen 120mg Tablet would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Driving
SAFE
Histafen 120mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
However, you should check that Histafen 120mg Tablet does not make you feel sleepy or dizzy before driving or operating machinery.
However, you should check that Histafen 120mg Tablet does not make you feel sleepy or dizzy before driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
CAUTION
Histafen 120mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Histafen 120mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Histafen 120mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Histafen 120mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Histafen Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Histafen 120mg 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
- Avoid drinking fruit juices (such as apple or orange) as this may affect the absorption of this medicine and cause more side effects.
- It may cause nausea. Stick to simple meals, and do not eat rich or spicy food.
- Avoid using antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medicine.
- Never give the medicine to someone who seems to be suffering from a similar illness. This medicine should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.
- Your doctor has prescribed Histafen 120mg 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 Histafen 120mg Tablet at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Histafen with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Tepotinib may raise blood levels of Fexofenadine.
Do not consume Tepotinib with Fexofenadine. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.
Conivaptan may raise blood levels of Fexofenadine.
watch out for symptoms of Fexofenadine side effects such as headaches, excessive sleepiness, dry mouth, feeling sick or dizzines
Daclatasvir may raise blood levels of Fexofenadine.
watch out for symptoms of Fexofenadine side effects such as headaches, excessive sleepiness, dry mouth, feeling sick or dizzine
Magaldrate may reduce blood levels of Fexofenadine if given within 15 minutes of Fexofenadine.
Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Fexofenadine and Magaldrate.
Fexofenadine may increase the metabolism of Carbamazepine.
Your doctor may monitor the effects of Fexofenadine along with your overall treatment and adjust the doses as per the ob
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Histafen 120mg Tablet used for?
Histafen 120mg Tablet is used for treating seasonal allergic conditions such as hay fever. It helps to relieve allergies of the nose (allergic rhinitis), sneezing, runny nose, itching in the eyes, excessively watery eyes, etc.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Histafen 120mg Tablet?
Before starting treatment with Histafen 120mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidneys, heart or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Additionally, let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Also, inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, are pregnant, or breastfeeding.
What if I forget to take a dose of Histafen 120mg Tablet?
If you forget a dose of Histafen 120mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Who should not take Histafen 120mg Tablet?
Histafen 120mg Tablet should not be given to patients with known allergy to any other ingredients of this medicine. Signs of an allergic reaction may include an itchy skin rash, shortness of breath, and swelling of the face or tongue.
Can I stop taking Histafen 120mg Tablet if I feel better?
No. You should not stop taking Histafen 120mg Tablet even if you feel better unless your doctor tells you to stop taking it. This is because, stopping the medicine suddenly, without completing your full course of treatment may cause the returning of your symptoms and it can even worsen your condition. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.
Is Histafen 120mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No. Histafen 120mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergy medicine and helps to treat allergic conditions such as sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, hives, etc. On the other hand, antibiotics are used to treat infections caused by bacteria.
Can Histafen 120mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, Histafen 120mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, do not drive or use any machines. It is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
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Address: 5/9, Block-A, Lalmatia, Dhaka-1207.
Country of origin: India
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