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Histafree M Oral Suspension

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Product introduction

Histafree M Oral Suspension is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms of allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, itching, swelling, congestion, and watery eyes. It is also used in the treatment of allergic skin conditions.

Give this medicine to your child at a fixed time before or after food in the prescribed dose, time, and way. For asthma, prefer giving Histafree M Oral Suspension in the evening or 2 hours before physical activity. For allergy, it is best to give it either in the morning or in the evening, depending upon the time of onset of symptoms. In case your child has both, prefer giving it in the evening. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again, but skip it if it’s already time for the next dose.

Your child may start to feel better after a few regular doses. However, you must still complete the prescribed dose to ensure maximum benefit. Moreover, stopping the medicine abruptly may worsen your child’s condition. This medicine may cause some minor and temporary side effects like vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, body aches, rash, and headache. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case these effects persist or start bothering your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Let your child’s doctor know if your child is already taking any medicines. Also, narrate your child’s complete medical history, including any prior episodes of allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, vascular disorders, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and in planning your child’s overall treatment.


Uses of Histafree M Oral Suspension

Benefits of Histafree M Oral Suspension

In Allergic skin conditions

Histafree M Oral Suspension is effective in treating allergic skin conditions with inflammation and itching such as urticaria. It works by reducing the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation of the skin. It reduces the redness, rash, pain, or itchiness caused by the skin’s reaction to an irritant.

In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Histafree M Oral Suspension is a combination medicine that 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 rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

In Treatment of Hay fever

Histafree M Oral Suspension provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for your child to go about their daily activities. It rarely has any serious side effects and your child may only need to take it on days they have symptoms. If your child is taking it to prevent getting symptoms, it should be taken regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Histafree M Oral Suspension

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 Histafree M

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Skin rash
  • Body ache
  • Upper respiratory tract infection
  • Fever
  • Indigestion

How to use Histafree M Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Histafree M Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Histafree M Oral Suspension works

Histafree M Oral Suspension contains Montelukast and fexofenadine. Together these two relieve sneezing and runny nose caused due to allergies. Fexofenadine is an antiallergic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) responsible for runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist that works by blocking another chemical messenger (leukotriene). This reduces inflammation (swelling) in the airways and nose and improves symptoms.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Histafree M Oral Suspension may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Histafree M Oral Suspension 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
Histafree M Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Histafree M Oral Suspension may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Histafree M Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Histafree M Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Histafree M Oral Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Histafree M Oral Suspension is recommended.

What if you forget to take Histafree M Oral Suspension?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it is almost the time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.

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Quick tips

  • Never combine Histafree M Oral Suspension with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
  • If you are giving Histafree M Oral Suspension to your child for asthma or allergy, you need not give another dose to prevent exercise-induced breathing problems. In case of any confusion, consult your child’s doctor as soon as possible.
  • Make sure that you always have enough medicine.
  • Practice self-care tips:
    1. Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens.
    2. Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places.
    3. Give plenty of fluids as it helps in thinning and loosening the mucus in the lungs.

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Patient concerns

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Tab Histafree 120 1 Od x 3 days, Steam inhalation
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Steam inhalation, Tab Histafree 120 1 OD x 3 days
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FAQs

Can Histafree M Oral Suspension cause behavioral problems in my child?

Histafree M Oral Suspension contains ingredients that can interfere with brain activity and may cause drowsiness, irritability, and behavioral problems.

Which food items should my child avoid taking along with Histafree M Oral Suspension?

Do not give high-fat meals and fruit juices to your child along with Histafree M Oral Suspension as they may interfere with the absorption of this medicine. Make sure to keep a gap of at least 4 hours between giving this medicine and food to your child. This is done to significantly decrease any possible interaction between the two.

Can other medicines be given at the same time as Histafree M Oral Suspension?

Histafree M Oral Suspension can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Histafree M Oral Suspension. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can I decrease the dose of Histafree M Oral Suspension by myself if my child starts to feel better?

No, adhere to the dose as prescribed by your child’s doctor. Do not increase or decrease the dose by yourself as it can impact your child’s health. While increasing the dose may cause unwanted effects like sedation and depression, decreasing the dose or stopping it suddenly can result in rebound reversal of all symptoms.

How should Histafree M Oral Suspension be stored?

Histafree M Oral Suspension should be stored at room temperature in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

Can Histafree M Oral Suspension make my child sleepy?

Histafree M Oral Suspension causes mild drowsiness which can make your child sleepy. However, never give this medicine to your child to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia.

My child is an athlete and has to participate in a sports event in the next two days. Can I start the course of Histafree M Oral Suspension?

No, don’t start Histafree M Oral Suspension without speaking to your child’s doctor. Moreover, Histafree M Oral Suspension can hamper your child’s performance as it may cause mild sedation, dizziness, and sleepiness. So, it’s best to reach out to the doctor first.

Can I stop the medicine by myself?

No, all symptoms may reappear on sudden withdrawal of Histafree M Oral Suspension usually if taken for a long-term. It is advised to stop this medicine gradually under the guidance of your child’s doctor.

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Address: 208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
Country of origin: India

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