Introduction:
kestine tablet is an antihistamine medication often used for those suffering from allergies such as allergic rhinitis (hay fever), blocking the histamine H1 receptors. It belongs to a family of drugs known as second-generation H1 receptor antagonists.
Manufactured by: Laboratorios Almirall S.A.
Ingredients:
- Ebastine: Ebastine is used as an active ingredient in this tablet.
- Microcrystalline cellulose
- Croscarmellose sodium
- Magnesium stearate
- Hypromellose
- Corn starch
Dosage:
Use as directed by the Doctor.
How does kestine tablet work?
Mechanism:
kestine tablet is an Antihistamine also known as an H1 receptor antagonist, these tablets block the histamine H1 receptors responsible for allergic symptoms such as itching, and sneezing. Histamine is a chemical that is responsible for the causing of Allergic symptoms.
Kestine tablet Uses:
It can be used for
- Runny nose
- Stuffy nose
- Nasal congestion
- Sneezing
- Itching in the nose
- Itching in eyes
- Allergic rhinitis
- Allergic conjunctivitis
- Chronic urticaria
- Allergic dermatitis
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Side effects of Kestine tablet:
kestine tablet is an antihistamine that has many uses but there are some side effects as well and everyone should be aware of it before taking it.
common side effects:
- Sleepiness
- Dry mouth
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- sleep disturbance
Rare side effects:
- Stomach problems
- liver problems
- Neurological effects(confusion and hallucinations)
- Dysgeusia (taste disorder)
- Urticaria (hives)
- Vomiting and Nausea
- Blurred eyes
keep in mind that these side effects may occur in a small percentage of people.
Precautions:
- Allergy: inform your doctor If you are allergic to kestine tablet.
- Avoid driving: Avoid driving because of blurred eyes side effects.
- Pregnancy: Never used it during pregnancy
- Breast-feeding: Don’t use it during breast-feeding duration.
- Drug interaction: It may interact with many other drugs so inform your Doctor of all the other drugs or supplements you are taking.
kestine tablet price in Pakistan:
- Price of 10mg is 283pkr
- Price of 20mg is 420pkr
Additional information:
- Keep the Kestine tablet away from sunlight.
- keep away from kids.
- Store at room temperature.
- Store at 20-25 degrees Celsius.
Disclaimer:
This article is just for information purposes only. Don’t take it as a medical or doctor’s advice.