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Hista Am is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Hista Am have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Hista Am. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Hista Am include Heartburn. Some other side effects of Hista Am have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Hista Am normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Hista Am's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Hista Am's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Hista Am can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Hista Am in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding. The section on Hista Am contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Hista Am may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hista Am is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Hista Am is used to treat the following -
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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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Is the use of Hista Am safe for pregnant women?
Hista AM has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Hista AM without medical advice.
Is the use of Hista Am safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Hista AM. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Hista Am on the Kidneys?
Hista AM rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Hista Am on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Hista AM on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Hista Am on the Heart?
Hista AM may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Hista Am should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hista Am unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hista Am habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Hista Am is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Hista Am
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Hista Am and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hista Am
Information about the interaction of Hista Am and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Hista AM is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.
Yes, Hista AM can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Hista AM is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamine. Which can help in relieving symptoms of allergies, runny nose, sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.
Yes, Hista AM can be taken with montelukast. As per clinical studies, no harmful interaction has been reported after taking them. However, do not take it without doctors advise. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and montelukast is available in the market which is used in the treatment of respiratory tract inflammation.
Yes, Hista AM can be taken with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort or unpleasant effects after taking this drug to inform your doctor immediately.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Xyzal® (levocetirizine dihydrochloride)
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