Vistarax 10 MG Syrup

Vistarax 10 MG Syrup is a sedative that lowers the activity of the nervous system. It also works as an antihistamine. It acts as an antidepressant and provides relief in cases of anxiety or tension. This medication is also used to cure certain skin allergies. It can also be used in combination with other medications for the purpose of anesthesia.

Using Vistarax 10 MG Syrup may give rise to certain minor or severe reactions. The minor reactions are shakiness, tremors, drying of the mouth, headache or migraine, hallucinations. Serious side effects include chest pain, cough, dizziness, rapid or irregular heartbeat, skin rashes, difficulty breathing, and fatigue, swelling of the face, eyes, lips or mouth. Take a low-power dose and for a short duration.In case of drug overdose contact your doctor immediately.

• Anxiety

  Vistarax 10 MG Syrup helps in relieving symptoms of anxiety and helps to calm down the patient.

• Pruritus

  Vistarax 10 MG Syrup treats pruritus to reduce the itching of the skin.

• Preoperative Sedation

  Vistarax 10 MG Syrup is used to induce sedation in preoperative patients.

• Allergy

  Patients who are allergic to Vistarax 10 MG Syrup should not use this medication.

• Prolong Qt Interval

  Patients with the history of QT interval prolongation and with any heart diseases are not recommended this medication.

• Dizziness

• Cough

• Chest Discomfort

• Fast Heartbeat

• Constipation

• Dry Mouth

• Headache

• Shaking Of Hands Or Feet

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The sedation effect of Vistarax 10 MG Syrup lasts for an average duration of 4 of 6 hours and 1 to 12 hours for antipruritic effect.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of Vistarax 10 MG Syrup can be observed in 15 to 30 minutes after an oral dose.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Vistarax 10 MG Syrup is not recommended for pregnant women.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should not use this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Vistarax 10 MG Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Hicope 10 MG Syrup

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Vistarax 10 MG Syrup belongs to the first generation antihistamine. It works by inhibiting the H1 receptor-mediated reactions like vasodilation and itchy reactions. It also acts on certain key regions of the subcortical area of the central nervous system and induces sedation and anticholinergic action.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Consumption of alcohol with this medication is not recommended as it can result in dizziness and difficulty in concentration. Avoid activities that need mental alertness like driving and operating machinery.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Clozapine

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Monitoring of signs and symptoms and dose adjustments are to be made if coadministration is needed.

  Ketoconazole

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Monitoring of signs and symptoms and dose adjustments are to be made if coadministration is needed.

  Antihypertensives

  These medications should be used with caution as it may lower the blood pressure. Symptoms of dizziness, lightheadedness should be reported to the doctor. The dose of any of these medicines should be adjusted based on the clinical condition.

  Fluoroquinolone antibiotics

  These medications may increase the risk of irregular heart rhythm and may cause symptoms of palpitations, breathing difficulty and dizziness. Inform the doctor if you are receiving any quinolone antibiotics. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Disease

  Qt Prolongation

  This medication is not recommended in patients with the history of QT prolongation with existing heart disease. An alternate medicine should be considered based on the clinical condition.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.