Generic Name - Clemastine
Category - Antihistamine agent.
Indications
Symptoms of allergies and common cold.
Generic Clemastine is indicated to treat symptoms of runny nose from colds (rhinitis) and hay fever (seasonal rhinitis), hives (rash and itching) and other mild allergic conditions. Generic Clemastine is an antihistamine. It works by blocking the effects of the naturally occuring chemical histamine in your body.
Generic for Clemastine Contraindications and Drug Interactions
Generic Clemastine is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Clemastine should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.
Glaucoma or increased pressure in the eye
stomach ulcer
enlarged prostate, bladder problems or difficulty urinating
an overactive thyroid
hypertension or any type of heart problems or
asthma.
There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Clemastine. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.
Monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI)
anxiety or sleep medicines
medications for depression
medications that make you feel drowsy, sleepy or relaxed.
Generic for Clemastine Dosage
The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericClemastine
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Clemastine for Allergies is 2 teaspoonfuls (1 mg Clemastine) twice daily. Dosage may be increased as required, but not to exceed 12 teaspoonfuls daily (6 mg Clemastine).
Generic for Clemastine Adverse Effects
Some of the most serious Generic Clemastine side Effects include agitation, nervousness, excitability, not able to sleep (these are more likely in children),blurred vision, fainting spells, irregular heartbeat, palpitations, or chest pain, pain or difficulty passing urine
and seizures (convulsions).
This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Clemastine.
Generic for Clemastine and Pregnancy
Use of Generic Clemastine is unlikely to cause any harm to the fetus. However, consult your doctor and seek medical advice.
Generic for Clemastine and Breastfeeding
Generic Clemastine passes into breast milk. Infants are especially sensitive to the effects of antihistamines, and serious side effects could occur in a nursing baby. Hence, Generic Clemastine is not recommended if you are breast-feeding a baby. Do not take Generic Clemastine without first talking to your doctor if you are nursing a baby.
Generic for Clemastine and Pediatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Clemastine in pediatric patients have not been established.
Generic for Clemastine and Geriatric
The safety and effectiveness of Generic Clemastine in geriatric patients have not been established.
Note
The above information about Generic Clemastine serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.
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