Welcome to the tag category page for Antihistamine!
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergy, hay fever, and the common cold, such as watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. It can also be used to treat other allergies, such as those to molds and dust mites. Chlorpheniramine can make you sleepy and dizzy, so it is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medication. You should also not take chlorpheniramine if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, a blockage in your stomach or intestines, or an enlarged prostate.
Bilastine is a second-generation antihistamine medication that selectively inhibits the histamine H₁ receptor. It is used to treat allergic rhinoconjunctivitis and urticaria (hives) in adults, adolescents, and children. Bilastine is a potent and highly selective H1-antihistamine that effectively improves symptoms and quality of life in patients. Bilastine has been available in Europe for over a decade and is a non-sedative medication that does not cause significant side effects. It can cause some minor side effects, such as abdominal pain, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, sore throat, nausea, cold-like nose symptoms, or diarrhea in children. Overall, Bilastine is a safe and effective medication for treating allergies.
Pheniramine is a first-generation antihistamine in the alkylamine class that is used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever or urticaria. It has anticholinergic properties and may cause drowsiness or tachycardia. Pheniramine is available in oral and topical forms and is marketed under the trade names Avil and Visine-A. It is also commonly used in combination medications to relieve symptoms of the common cold, flu, allergies, or other breathing illnesses. Pheniramine is known to have sedative effects and may be used off-label as a sleeping pill. Over-dosage of Pheniramine may lead to sleep disorders. Overall, Pheniramine is a versatile medication that is effective in treating allergy symptoms but should be used carefully due to its potential side effects.
