Histakind 120mg Tablet
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Manufactured By Mankind Pharma Ltd
Composition Fexofenadine (120mg)
Package Size ( 10 Tablet in a strip )
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Histakind 120mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
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A: Histakind is an antihistaminic drug. Histakind 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 Histakind 180mg is used for long term allergic skin reactions (chronic idiopathic urticaria) such as itching, swelling, and rashes. Please consult your doctor before taking Histakind for any allergic reaction.
Q: Is Histakind a stimulant?
A: Histakind is not a stimulant. It belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines.
Q: Is Histakind better than cetirizine?
A: Both cetirizine and Histakind 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 Histakind at 12 hours postdose. Always consult your doctor regarding its use.
Q: Can I take Histakind for hives (urticaria)?
A: Urticaria, commonly known as hives can be acute or chronic. Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind for itchy skin?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind for food allergy?
A: It is not recommended to use Histakind for food allergy.
Q: Can I take Histakind for a rash?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind for wasp sting?
A: It is not recommended to use Histakind for the wasp sting.
Q: Can I take Histakind for a bee sting?
A: It is not recommended to use Histakind for bee sting.
Q: Can I take Histakind for mosquito bites?
A: It is not recommended to use Histakind for mosquito bites.
Q: Does Histakind keep you awake?
A: Histakind can cause sleepiness as a side effect. However, Histakind can also cause difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) and sleeping problems in some people. The effect of Histakind on sleep is variable.
Q: Does Histakind cause weight gain?
A: Histakind is not reported to cause weight gain. Please consult your doctor if you experience weight gain after taking Histakind.
Q: Does Histakind stop itching?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Does Histakind expire?
A: Yes, Histakind does expire. All the medicines come with an expiry date mentioned on the pack. You must check the expiry date before using any medicine.
Q: Does Histakind cause dementia?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Does Histakind raise blood sugar?
A: Histakind is not known to raise blood sugar. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood sugar after taking Histakind.
Q: Does Histakind effect blood pressure?
A: Histakind is not known to effect blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you experience blood pressure changes after taking Histakind.
Q: Does Histakind cause insomnia?
A: Histakind can cause difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) as a side effect. However, Histakind can also cause sleepiness in some people. The effect of Histakind on sleep is variable. Talk to your doctor in case you experience sleep problems while taking Histakind.
Q: Does Histakind contain codeine?
A: Histakind does not contain codeine. However, always check the label of a drug for the complete list of all ingredients in a medicine.
Q: Does Histakind effect the contraceptive pill (birth control pill)?
A: Histakind hydrochloride has not shown to effect the contraceptive pill. However, please consult your doctor before taking Histakind if you are already taking contraceptive pills.
Q: Is Histakind a steroid?
A: Histakind is not a steroid. Histakind belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines.
Q: Is Histakind better than cetirizine?
A: Histakind and cetirizine belong to the same class of medicines known as antihistamines with similar action. However, Histakind 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.
Q: Is Histakind safe?
A: Histakind is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Histakind make you feel drowsy?
A: Drowsiness is a common side effect of Histakind. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive drowsiness after taking Histakind.
Q: Is Histakind over the counter?
A: Histakind is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is a prescription medicine.
Q: Is Histakind a decongestant?
A: Histakind is not a decongestant. Histakind 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.
Q: Is Histakind anticholinergic?
A: Histakind is not an anticholinergic. Histakind belongs to a group of medicines known as antihistamines.
Q: Is Histakind a stimulant?
A: Histakind is not a stimulant. Histakind 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).
Q: Can I take Histakind with cetirizine?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind with loratadine?
A: Loratadine will increase the level or effect of Histakind by decreasing its metabolism (breakdown). Please consult your doctor before taking these two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Histakind with omeprazole?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind with citalopram?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind with prednisone?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind with amoxicillin?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind while having high blood pressure?
A: Histakind does not effect blood pressure. Always share your medical history with your doctor before taking any medicines.
Q: Can I take Histakind with paracetamol?
A: Histakind 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.
Q: Can I take Histakind with ibuprofen?
A: Histakind 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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