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Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet 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 Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Vistarax may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Vistarax again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Vistarax. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Vistarax rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Vistarax may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
Vistarax may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Yes, this Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet works for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Vistarax 10 Mg Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Vistarax can be taken with ranitidine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking them together then inform your doctor.
Yes, Vistarax causes constipation by decreasing gastrointestinal motility. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe constipation after taking this drug, then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Vistarax can make you sleepy because it crosses the blood-brain barrier (a membrane that prevents the drugs from entering the brain). After entering the brain this drug causes reduced arousal that results in drowsiness. It is the most common side effect of this medicine. Activities such as driving and operating heavy machinery should be avoided after taking this Vistarax to prevent accidents and injuries as it causes drowsiness.
Vistarax works by blocking the action of a compound known as histamine which is responsible for causing the allergic symptoms in the body. It also decreases the activity in the brain. Thus, providing relief from allergic symptoms, tension, and anxiety.
Vistarax comes in tablet form and 25 mg tablet should be taken by mouth four times daily with food or without food because its absorption is not affected by the food or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with porphyria, glaucoma, dementia, heart disease, and improper liver or kidney function. Do not drive any vehicle or operate machinery after taking it because this medicine causes drowsiness.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 467
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vistaril® (hydroxyzine pamoate)