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Chlorpheniramine Maleate (4mg)
Cadistin 4mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions, providing relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
Tablet
Cadistin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose. Use of this medicine may cause some common side effects such as sleepiness, nausea, dryness in the mouth, and loss of appetite. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity while on treatment with this medicine. To prevent dryness of mouth, drink more water, always carry sugar candy, or maintain oral hygiene.
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. Cadistin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Cadistin 4mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication. When your body is exposed to an allergen (pollen, animal dander, house dust, etc.), it produces a chemical called histamine. This causes watery eyes, runny or blocked nose, sneezing, skin rashes, itching, etc. Cadistin 4mg Tablet works by blocking the action of histamine, thereby relieving these symptoms.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Cadistin 4mg Tablet as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Cadistin 4mg Tablet helps control the symptoms of cold or allergies, including red, itchy, watery eyes, sneezing, an itchy nose or throat, and a runny nose.
Yes, one of the most common side effects of this medicine is sedation or sleepiness, which can range from slight drowsiness to deep sleep. It's advisable to avoid driving or operating any machinery if you get these side effects.
Using cetirizine together with Cadistin 4mg Tablet may increase the risk of side effects such as sleepiness, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating. Always consult your doctor before taking any medicines alongside Cadistin 4mg Tablet; self-medication can be risky.
Yes, you can take paracetamol with Cadistin 4mg Tablet after consulting your doctor.
Avoid drinking alcohol while you're taking Cadistin 4mg Tablet since it increases the risk of side effects like sleepiness, dizziness, and nausea. Talk to your doctor in case of any doubts.
To reduce nausea while taking this medicine, avoid food that is salty, spicy, fried, or fatty. Drink plenty of liquids and eat smaller, more frequent meals.
Yes, dryness in the mouth is a common side-effect of this medicine. Keep sipping water and chew sugar-free gum to get some relief.
If you happen to miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your healthcare provider.
The best way to prevent any sort of allergic reaction is to avoid the substance (dust, pet fur, and hair, insect bites, food allergies) that you're allergic to if you can. If you have hay fever, try not to spend too much time outside when the pollen count is high. Shower and change your clothes after you have been outside to wash off pollen. Wear a mask to cover your nose, mouth and wear wraparound sunglasses to stop dust from getting into your eyes whenever you step outside.