Kobast 20mg 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.

Kobast 20mg 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine are sleepiness, headache, and dry mouth. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body gets adjusted to the medicine. 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.

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.

Uses of Kobast Tablet

Allergic eye disease
Nasal allergy symptoms
Allergic conditions
Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Allergic skin conditions

Side effects of Kobast 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 Kobast

Sleepiness
Headache
Dryness in mouth

How to use Kobast 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. Kobast 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Kobast Tablet works

Kobast 20mg 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

Kobast 20mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Kobast 20mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Kobast 20mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Kobast 20mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Kobast 20mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Kobast 20mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Kobast Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Kobast 20mg 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Kobast 20mg 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 Kobast 20mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Your doctor has prescribed Kobast 20mg 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 Kobast 20mg Tablet at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Diphenylmethanes Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines

Interaction with drugs

Taking Kobast with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Clarithromycin (Injection Route) Severe

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ebastine. Do not consume Ebastine with Clarithromycin.

Clarithromycin (Oral Route) Severe

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ebastine. Do not consume Ebastine with Clarithromycin.

Clarithromycin (Oral Route) Severe

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ebastine. Do not consume Ebastine with Clarithromycin.

Atazanavir (Oral Route) Severe

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Atazanavir may raise blood levels of Ebastine. Do not consume Ebastine with Atazanavir.

Clarithromycin (Oral Route) Severe

Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and can be fatal. Clarithromycin may raise blood levels of Ebastine. Do not consume Ebastine with Clarithromycin.

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Patient concerns

Allergic for cold weather and conditions and dust sneezing throat each ing eye each ing water in nose

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

I usually do allergy testing for this.And give immunotherapy which give permanent solution

Allergy symptoms like allergic arthritis sneezing and runny nose in the morning and headache

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Take tab Dolo sos Tab pantop before breakfast Tab montair LC at nightGet CBC ESR IgE levels tested and chest examined by a md doctor

FAQs

Is Kobast 20mg Tablet effective?

Kobast 20mg 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 Kobast 20mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What should I tell my doctor before taking Kobast 20mg Tablet?

Before taking Kobast 20mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you have any problems with your kidneys, liver, heart or if you have or ever had epilepsy. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines or supplements you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Kobast 20mg Tablet to avoid any harmful effects on the baby.

Is Kobast 20mg Tablet available over the counter?

No, Kobast 20mg Tablet is not available over the counter. It is a prescribed medicine which should only be used when advised by the doctor.. Do not self-medicate and take it only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to avoid any unwanted side effects. Complete your course of treatment to get maximum benefit.

What if I forget to take a dose of Kobast 20mg Tablet?

If you forget a dose of Kobast 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. 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 Kobast 20mg Tablet safe?

Kobast 20mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration 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.

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