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Avil 50mg Tablet

Pheniramine (50mg)

by Sanofi India Ltd

strip of 15 tablets

About this medicine

Avil 50mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication used to treat allergic conditions (such as hay fever, drug rashes, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy, etc.), respiratory tract conditions, and other skin conditions. Avil 50mg Tablet is also used to treat and prevent motion sickness, symptoms of Meniere’s disease (such as nausea, vomiting, and vertigo), and other associated labyrinthine disturbances. It should be used as per the instruction of your doctor. 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. The most common side effect of this medicine is sedation. This effect usually disappears after a few days if tolerance is acquired. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity if you experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. If this side effect bothers you or appears serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dry mouth, so it is advised to drink more water, always carry sugar candy, or maintain oral hygiene. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma, asthma issues, or high blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.

Uses

  • Treatment of Allergic conditions
  • Treatment and prevention of Meniere's disease
  • Treatment of Respiratory disease with excessive mucus
  • Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching

Benefits

In treatment of Allergic conditions

Avil 50mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

How it works

Avil 50mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This relieves symptoms of severe allergic reactions due to insect bite/sting, certain medicines, hives (rashes, swelling, etc).

How to use

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. Avil 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Common side effects

  • Sedation

Safety advice

AlcoholUNSAFE
Avil 50mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Avil 50mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Avil 50mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Larger doses or prolonged use of Avil 50mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
DrivingUNSAFE
Avil 50mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Avil 50mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Avil 50mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Avil 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick facts

Chemical Class
Pyridines Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
Derma

Frequently asked questions

Can I take paracetamol with Avil 50mg Tablet?

Yes, paracetamol can be taken with Avil 50mg Tablet. They are used together in conditions when the patient has a fever along with symptoms of allergy (like running nose, tearing of eyes etc).

Can Avil 50mg Tablet cause sleep?

Avil 50mg Tablet has strong sleep-inducing effects. It is therefore not prescribed if a person is involved in any work that requires mental alertness.

Can Avil 50mg Tablet cause weight loss?

No, Avil 50mg Tablet is not known to cause weight loss.

Are Avil 50mg Tablet and chlorpheniramine same?

No, Avil 50mg Tablet and Chlorpheniramine are not same. They are similar in chemical structure and both are older antihistaminics. Avil 50mg Tablet does not contain chlorine in it whereas Chlorpheniramine does. However, both are used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

Can I take vitamin C with Avil 50mg Tablet?

Yes, vitamin C has a role in improving the immunity so it is given with Avil 50mg Tablet for relieving the symptoms of common cold. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.

Can the use of Avil 50mg Tablet increase blood pressure?

Avil 50mg Tablet does not cause an increase in blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood pressure after taking Avil 50mg Tablet as it would require proper diagnosis and treatment.

Is Avil 50mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Avil 50mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is an antihistaminic medicine used in the treatment of some allergic conditions.

Product details

Manufacturer
Sanofi India Ltd
Salt composition
Pheniramine (50mg)
Pack
strip of 15 tablets
Dosage form
Tablet
Storage
Store below 30°C

The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.