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Apizine Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Other than this, Apizine Syrup has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Apizine Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Apizine Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Apizine Syrup are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Apizine Syrup has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Apizine Syrup related warnings talks about Apizine Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Apizine Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease, Asthma are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Apizine Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Apizine Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Apizine Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Apizine Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
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Is the use of Apizine Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Apizine can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Apizine right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Apizine Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Apizine. Immediately discontinue Apizine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Apizine Syrup on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Apizine on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Apizine Syrup on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Apizine on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Apizine Syrup on the Heart?
Apizine has very mild side effects on the heart.
Apizine Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apizine Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Apizine Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Apizine Syrup.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Apizine Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Apizine Syrup can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Apizine Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Apizine Syrup has been seen to have positive effect on patients with mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Apizine Syrup
You can take Apizine Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Apizine Syrup
Taking Apizine Syrup with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Apizine can be used safely for the treatment of nausea, cold, allergy, etc., for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may cause some side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, etc. In the event of a side effect, one must speak to a doctor immediately.
No, the Apizine is not safe to be used in babies who are younger than 2 years. This is because the [medicine] may cause respiratory depression in young infants. As a parent, one must avoid to self-medicate them. It is best to speak to their pediatrician regarding the use of Apizine.
Yes, Apizine can cause heart problems. Apizine causes vasodilation (blood vessel dilation which results in a drop in blood pressure). At therapeutic dose, Apizine decreases the muscular contractions. Apizine may also increase the heart rate. Apizine also causes some ECG changes like QT and PR interval prolongation and ST segment depression
Apizine works by arresting the free histamines. Free histamines are found in the bloodstream due to allergic reactions, and hence this drug helps in relieving allergic symptoms such as coughing and sneezing. Additionally, it also eases the body and helps in inducing sleep by relaxing the brain. This helps the person to take complete rest and recover faster.
Most antipsychotics cause weight gain and Apizine is also one of the drugs that cause the same. Apizine induces sleep and causes lethargy in patients due to which the physical activity gets reduced, leading to weight gain. Since weight loss is difficult for most people, emphasis should be paid on preventing weight gain using lifestyle modifications comprising a change of diet and the addition of physical activity in routine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Phenergan (promethazine HCI)