Avil 25Mg Tablet

Avil 25Mg Tablet is used for treating allergic conditions like urticaria or hay fever. It is also used as an over-the-counter sleeping pill similar to other sedating antihistamines. The active constituent of this medication is an alkylamine derivative, a histamine H1-receptor antagonist with anticholinergic and moderate sedative effects.

It is used for treating itchy and runny nose, Allergic rhinitis, Sneezing, Eye irritation, Motion sickness and various other allergic conditions. Also, it is used as an over-the-counter sleeping pill similar to other sedating antihistamines.

This medication is manufactured by Sanofi India Ltd and contains Pheniramine as its active medicinal ingredient. The primary working principle for this tablet relies on the blocking of a chemical compound called histamine, which results in the patient feeling some relief against the above-mentioned conditions.

Dosage includes half to one tablet 3 times daily for adults and half a tablet 3 times daily for children (5 to 10 years of age). This drug is not recommended for children under the age of 5 years. To avoid travel sickness, an individual is advised to take the first dose at least 30 minutes prior to travel.

Side effects of using Avil 25Mg Tablet include drowsiness or bradycardia. Overdose may cause sleep disorders and even seizures if taken in combination with alcohol. It may also lead to lowered levels of adrenaline (epinephrine) which may in turn cause loss of consciousness, if taken in combination with cortisol in long term and hence should be avoided.

• Allergic Rhinitis

• Common Cold Symptoms

• Motion Sickness

• Urticaria

• Hypersensitivity

• Sleepiness

• Allergic Skin Reaction

• Dry Mouth

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Women who are pregnant must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  In case of breastfeeding, you must take medical help.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Although it is considered safe to drive after taking this medicine, but if the patient experiences side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or feels sleepy after taking the medicine, then it is recommended that they avoid driving or handling any heavy machinery.

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect of this drug has not been clinically established.

• What is the onset of action?

  The onset period of this drug has not been clinically established.

• Is it habit forming?

  The drug is not known to have habit forming tendencies.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Avil 25Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Eralet 25Mg Tablet

  Maxzimaa Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek immediate medical attention if you suspect that the patient has taken an overdose of the drug.

This drug is an antihistamine and anticholinergic that is used to treat hay fever. It works by inhibiting the action of histamine. To do so the drug molecules bind with histamine H1 receptor proteins present is effector cells.

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

  Avil does not have any negative interactions with alcohol, and hence it is safe to take with alcohol, however, consumption of alcohol with this medicine may increase the intensity of some of its side effects and may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.

• Interaction with Medicine

  This drug interacts with Aminoglycoside antibiotics, Atropine, Barbiturates, Hypnotics, Monoamine oxidase inhibitor, Narcoleptics, Opioids, Phenelzine, Sedatives and Tricyclic antidepressants.

• Interaction with Food

  The drug is not known to have any negative interactions with food, so it may be taken with or without food.

• Ques : What is Avil 25Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Avil 25Mg Tablet is an antihistamine medicinal drug that contains Avil 25Mg Tablet as the main element present in it. This medication acts as histamine antagonists that are used for the treatment and prevention from diseases such as hay fever, allergic rhinitis, pruritus, and allergic dermatoses. Avil 25Mg Tablet is also used to control common cold, flu, allergies, watery eyes, running nose, itchy throat, and breathing troubles.

• Ques : What are the uses of Avil 25Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Avil 25Mg Tablet is a medication, which is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as hay fever, allergic rhinitis, pruritus, and allergic dermatoses. Apart from these, it can also be used to treat conditions like common cold, flu, allergies, watery eyes, running nose, itchy throat, sneezing, flu and breathing troubles. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Avil 25Mg Tablet to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Avil 25Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Avil 25Mg Tablet is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects. These side effects may or may not occur always and some of them are rare but severe. This is not a complete list and if you experience any of the below-mentioned side effects, contact your doctor immediately. Here are some side effects of Avil 25Mg Tablet which are dizziness, hallucinations, upset stomach, stomach pain, sleeping troubles, constipation, itching, and rashes. It is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Avil 25Mg Tablet.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Avil 25Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Avil 25Mg Tablet should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects. It is a prescribed medication. It is important to dispose of expired and unused medications properly to avoid health problems.

• Ques : Can I take paracetamol with Avil 25Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Yes, they are used together in conditions when the patient has a fever along with symptoms of allergy (like running nose, tearing of eyes, etc).

• Ques : Is Avil 25Mg Tablet good for a cold?

  Ans : It is effective in controlling symptoms of cold tearing of eyes, nasal stuffiness, and nasal discharge.

• Ques : Can Avil 25Mg Tablet cause sleep?

  Ans : This drug has strong sleep-inducing effects. It is not recommended if a person is involved in any work that requires mental alertness.

• Ques : Can Avil 25Mg Tablet cause weight loss?

  Ans : No, this drug does not cause weight loss.

• Ques : Are Avil 25Mg Tablet and chlorpheniramine the same?

  Ans : No, both are different. They are similar in chemical structure and both are older antihistamines. Avil 25Mg Tablet does not contain chlorine in it whereas Chlorpheniramine does.

• Ques : Can I take vitamin C with Avil 25Mg Tablet?

  Ans : Yes, vitamin C has a role in improving immunity so it is given with Avil 25Mg Tablet for relieving the symptoms of common cold.

• Ques : Can the use of Avil 25Mg Tablet increase blood pressure?

  Ans : This drug does not cause an increase in blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood pressure after taking Avil 25Mg Tablet as it would require proper diagnosis and treatment.

• Ques : Is Avil 25Mg Tablet a steroid?

  Ans : No, it is not a steroid. It is an antihistamine medicine used in the treatment of some allergic conditions.

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