Hismanal

Hismanal USES: Astemizole is an antihistamine which provides relief from symptoms of allergies such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing.

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Hismanal Uses Astemizole is an antihistamine which provides relief from symptoms of allergies such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing. Storage Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom. Photos PDR - HISMANAL (JANSSEN How To Use Take this medication on an empty stomach at least 2 hours after a meal. Never take more than one 10mg tablet daily. Side Effects Discontinue use and notify your doctor immediately if you feel faint or dizzy. This medication may cause headache, increase in appetite, stomach upset, nervousness or dry mouth. These effects should lessen as your body adjusts to the drug. If they persist or worsen, inform your doctor. Also notify your doctor promptly for difficulty urinating, rapid or irregular heartbeat or ringing in the ears. Astemizole does not usually cause drowsiness when used at recommended doses and under normal circumstances. However, be sure of the drug's effects before engaging in activities that require alertness. Elderly persons may be more sensitive to the effects of astemizole and may require lower doses. Watch for dizziness, sedation, confusion, excitation or irritability. Notify your doctor if such symptoms occur. Children may be more sensitive to the effects of astemizole and may require lower doses. Watch for dizziness, sedation, confusion, excitation or irritability. Notify the MD if such symptoms occur. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness or trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist. Precautions Tell your doctor if you have pre-existing heart, kidney or liver disease, asthma or breathing problems, allergies or a history of drug dependence. Limit alcohol intake as it may aggravate drug side effects. This drug should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Because this medication appears in breast milk, consult with your doctor before breast-feeding. Missed Dose If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up. Drug Interactions Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including sleeping pills, sedatives, tranquilizers, quinine, muscle relaxants, medication for depression (e.g., "SSRI" such as fluoxetine, or nefazodone and protease inhibitors (e.g., indinavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir). Tell your doctor if you have taken any MAO inhibitors (e.g., furazolidone, phenelzine, selegiline, tranylcypromine), within the last two weeks. Inform your doctor if you are taking erythromycin or related drugs (e.g., clarithromycin, troleandomycin) or azole antifungal drugs (e.g., ketoconazole, itraconazole), cisapride, mibefradil, narcotic pain relievers, anti-seizure medicines, zileuton or drugs that affect the heart (prolonged QT interval) such as pentamidine, psychiatric medicines, pimozide, sparfloxacin, bepridil, and certain drugs for irregular heartbeat (antiarrhythmics). Do not take grapefruit juice while using this medication, as grapefruit may increase astemizole side effects. Consult your doctor or pharmacist for more details. Do not take this drug for several days before allergy testing as test results can be affected. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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