Wednesday, September 28, 2016

Ebastine

Generic Name : Ebastine

Trade Name(s): 
India- Eba-P Tab, Ebast Dispertab, Ebast Tab, Erostin Film-Coated Tab, Erostin-Dc Film-Coated Tab.
International- Alastina, Aleva, Bactil, Clever, Durfin, Ebast, Ebastel Forte, Ebastel OD, Ebastel, Ebastin Aristo, Ebastina Acost, Ebastina Alter, Ebastina Cinfa, Ebastina Davur, Ebastina Merck, Ebastina Normon, Ebastina Sandoz, Ebastina Stada, Ebastina Toll Pharma, Erostin-DC , Estivan, Evastel, Kestin, Kestinlyo, Kestine, Ketamine , Rinobactil.


Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is a non-sedating antihistamine, prescribed for allergic conditions.




When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Hypersensitivity.





Pregnancy Category :













A B C D X
Category B : Animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women OR Animal studies have shown an adverse effect, but adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus in any trimester.


When it is to be taken : 
Adult: PO- The recommended dose is 10-20 mg once daily.

How it should be taken : 
It comes as a tablet to take by mouth, with or without food.




Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver and kidney impairment, QT interval prolongation, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.


Side Effects : 
Headache, dry mouth, drowsiness, inflammation of pharynx/nose/sinus, abdominal pain, indigestion, weakness, nosebleed, nausea and sleeplessness.


Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.

Storage Conditions : 
Oral: Store it at controlled room temperature (25°C).

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