Uses / Indications:
Histakem 120mg Tablet is used in the treatment of sneezing and runny nose due to allergies.
Pregnancy interaction:
Histakem 120mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Do not take fexofenadine with any fruit juices (such as apple, orange, or grapefruit). Take the disintegrating tablet on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Avoid using antacids within 15 minutes before or after taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medication. Leave about 2 hours between the time that you take fexofenadine and your indigestion remedy. There may be other drugs that can affect fexofenadine. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all medications you use. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking fexofenadine: if you have problems with your liver or kidneys, if you have or ever had heart disease, since this kind of medicine may lead to a fast or irregular heartbeat, if you are elderly.
Side Effects:
Headache, Drowsiness, Nausea, Dizziness.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Histakem 120mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works:
Histakem 120mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Faq for medicine:
Can I take Histakem for an allergic reaction? : Histakem is an antihistaminic drug. Histakem is used to treat the symptoms of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) such as sneezing, itchy and runny nose and red, itchy and watery eyes and Histakem 180mg is used for long term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria) such as itching, swelling, and rashes. Please consult your doctor before taking Histakem for any allergic reaction.|Is Histakem a stimulant? : Histakem is not a stimulant. It belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines.|Is Histakem better than cetirizine? : Both cetirizine and Histakem are antihistamines. Both medications work well for the treatment of seasonal hay fever and urticaria, but their effect may vary upon individual response. Cetirizine has shown to produce greater relief of seasonal allergic rhinitis symptoms than Histakem at 12 hours postdose. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.|Can I take Histakem for hives (urticaria)? : Urticaria, commonly known as hives can be acute or chronic. Histakem 180mg is used to relieve symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes that occur with long term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria). Talk to your doctor for the treatment of hives.|Can I take Histakem for itchy skin? : Histakem is used to relieve symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes that occur with long term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria). If you are suffering from itchy skin, please consult your doctor before taking any medicines as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.|Can I take Histakem for food allergy? : It is not recommended to use Histakem for food allergy. |Can I take Histakem for a rash? : Histakem is used to relieve itching, swelling, and rashes that occur with long term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria). If you are suffering from itchy skin, please consult your doctor before taking any medicines as it requires proper diagnosis and treatment.|Can I take Histakem for wasp sting? : It is not recommended to use Histakem for the wasp sting. |Can I take Histakem for a bee sting? : It is not recommended to use Histakem for bee sting. |Can I take Histakem for mosquito bites? : It is not recommended to use Histakem for mosquito bites. |Does Histakem keep you awake? : Histakem can cause sleepiness as a side effect. However, Histakem can also cause difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) and sleeping problems in some people. The effect of Histakem on sleep is variable.|Does Histakem cause weight gain? : Histakem is not reported to cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Histakem.|Does Histakem stop itching? : Histakem can help to stop itching associated with hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) and long term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria). Please consult your doctor before taking any medicine for itching as it may require a proper diagnosis of the underlying disease and treatment.|Does Histakem expire? : Yes, Histakem does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.|Does Histakem cause dementia? : Histakem is not known to cause dementia. Please consult your doctor if you have any signs and symptoms of dementia as it would require proper diagnosis and management.|Does Histakem raise blood sugar? : Histakem is not known to raise blood sugar. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood sugar after taking Histakem.|Does Histakem effect blood pressure? : Histakem is not known to effect blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience blood pressure changes after taking Histakem.|Does Histakem cause insomnia? : Histakem can cause difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) as a side effect. However, Histakem can also cause sleepiness in some people. The effect of Histakem on sleep is variable. Talk to your doctor in case you experience sleep problems while taking Histakem.|Does Histakem contain codeine? : Histakem does not contain codeine. However, always check the label of a drug for the complete list of all ingredients in a medicine.|Does Histakem effect the contraceptive pill (birth control pill)? : Histakem hydrochloride has not shown to effect the contraceptive pill. However, please consult your doctor before taking Histakem if you are already taking contraceptive pills.|Is Histakem a steroid? : Histakem is not a steroid. Histakem belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines.|Is Histakem better than cetirizine? : Histakem and cetirizine belong to the same class of medicines known as antihistamines with similar action. However, Histakem is non-sedative while cetirizine does cause some sedation. Also, their effect may vary upon individual response. Always follow doctor's advice regarding its use.|Is Histakem safe? : Histakem is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.|Does Histakem make you feel drowsy? : Drowsiness is a common side effect of Histakem. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive drowsiness after taking Histakem.|Is Histakem over the counter? : Histakem is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine.|Is Histakem a decongestant? : Histakem is not a decongestant. Histakem belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines and is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis and allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria). Decongestants are medicines that relieve congestion by reducing swelling, inflammation and mucus formation in the nose making it easier for a person to breathe. Their main action is activation of alpha-adrenergic receptors which vasoconstricts (narrows) blood vessels. Examples of decongestants are pseudoephedrine and phenylephrine.|Is Histakem anticholinergic? : Histakem is not an anticholinergic. Histakem belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines.|Is Histakem a stimulant? : Histakem is not a stimulant. Histakem belongs to a group of medcines known as antihistamines and is used to relieve symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis and allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria). |Can I take Histakem with cetirizine? : Histakem and cetirizine both belong to the same group of medicines known as antihistamines with similar action. Although there are no reported drug interactions, please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem with loratadine? : Loratadine will increase the level or effect of Histakem by decreasing its metabolism (breakdown). Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem with omeprazole? : Histakem can be taken with omeprazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem with citalopram? : Histakem can be taken with citalopram. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem with prednisone? : Histakem can be taken with prednisone. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem with amoxicillin? : Histakem can be taken with amoxicillin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem while having high blood pressure? : Histakem does not effect blood pressure. Always share your medical history with your doctor before taking any medicines.|Can I take Histakem with paracetamol? : Histakem can be taken with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Histakem with ibuprofen? : Histakem can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
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