Avil 25 Tablet (Pheniramine 25mg)

INTRODUCTION

AVIL 25MG TABLET contains Pheniramine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of allergic conditions (such as hay fever, angioneurotic oedema, drug rashes, serum sickness, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy), conditions of the respiratory tract which involves increased secretions (vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis).

It is also used to treat itching skin conditions (such as neurodermatitis, lichen planus, eczema, acute and chronic urticaria, pruritus in jaundice and diabetes, pruritis of the anus or genitals, radiation sickness). It is also used to prevent and treat motion sickness and nausea, vomiting and vertigo due to Meniere’s disease (diseases of the inner ear) and other disturbances.

AVIL 25MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients having asthma, bronchitis, severe liver or heart diseases, narrow angle glaucoma (increased pressure within the eye), intolerant to certain sugars such as lactose or if you have any planned surgery to undergo.

AVIL 25MG TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breast-feeding women only if clearly advised by the doctor. AVIL 25MG TABLET should not be used in children (below 5 years of age) including new-borns and premature babies.

The most common side effect of taking AVIL 25MG TABLET is sedation (sleepiness). Ask for your doctor’s advice if the symptom worsens or bothers you.

USES OF AVIL 25MG TABLET

Treats:

• Allergic conditions (such as hay fever, angioneurotic oedema, drug rashes, serum sickness, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy)
• Conditions of the respiratory tract which involves increased secretions (vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis)
• Itching skin conditions (such as neurodermatitis, lichen planus, eczema, acute and chronic urticaria, pruritus in jaundice and diabetes, pruritis of the anus or genitals, radiation sickness)
• Motion sickness, nausea, vomiting and vertigo due to Meniere’s disease (diseases of the inner ear) and other disturbances

HOW AVIL 25MG TABLET WORKS

AVIL 25MG TABLET acts on certain receptors called H1 receptors and inhibits the action of a chemical called histamine. This inhibition reduces itching, allergic reactions and reduces the dilation of the vessels leading to less redness and oedema (swelling).

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

Take AVIL 25MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Do not take the medicine on empty stomach. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the medicine for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF AVIL 25MG TABLET

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Drowsiness:

Try maintaining consistent sleep schedule. Move slowly and carefully to prevent the risk of falling down, also avoid doing activities which requires mental concentration until you fell normal. Consult your doctor for advice if the symptom gets worse.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug–Drug Interactions:

Before taking AVIL 25MG TABLET inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines:

• Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as isocarboxazid, phenelzine (used to treat depression)
• Zolpidem, triazolam, alprazolam, diazepam (used to treat sleep disturbances and anxiety)
• Atropine (used to treat low heart rate and reduce bronchial secretions)
• Other anticholinergic drugs (used to prevent nausea and vomiting due to motion sickness (Ex. scopolamine) and parkinson’s disease (Ex. benztropine))

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally takes too much of AVIL 25MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Overdosage symptoms of AVIL 25MG TABLET are agitation and convulsions especially in children and hallucinations, restlessness, disorientation in adults.