Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S

Description

About

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is a Synthetic medication and belongs to the Alkylamine family. Based on the mechanism of action, it belongs to the H1-antagonist pharmacological group, as well as the Antihistamine, Decongestant Combination pharmacological group.

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S contains Pheniramine maleate as an active ingredient. This medication works by blocking the release of a chemical agent called Histamine. Pheniramine is an alkylamine derivative that inhibits histamine H1 receptors. It possesses anticholinergic and sedative properties as well.

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is used to treat a variety of conditions and is available in both oral and topical formulations. Oral pheniramine can be included in over-the-counter (OTC) treatments for hay fever, upper respiratory infections, and the common cold. Pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander, and other eye allergens can produce redness and itching, which can be relieved by using pheniramine eye drops topically. is available in some over-the-counter allergy, cold, and flu medications, where it’s combined with other medications. 

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is available in tablet form that is taken orally after meals usually given two to four times daily or as recommended by your doctor. This medication has the potential for abuse.

Dosage is largely determined by the patient’s reaction to the product as well as any side effects seen during therapy. Dosage should not be raised or decreased without consulting a physician, and the product should only be used for the time prescribed.

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S may produce side effects such as dry mouth, gastrointestinal disturbances, drowsiness, palpitation, urinary retention, or hypersensitivity reactions. 

Indications

The following diseases, conditions, and symptoms are treated, controlled, prevented, or improved with Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S:

• Itchy and runny nose
• Sneezing
• Allergic rhinitis 
• Motion sickness
• Itchy eyes

How Does Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S Work

When attached to the histamine H1 receptor, Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S competes with histamine for binding and acts as an inverse agonist. Lower H1 receptor activation causes decreased itching, as well as reduced vasodilation and capillary leakage, which results in less redness and edema. This is evident by the reduction of the histamine-induced wheal (swelling) and flare (vasodilation) responses.

How To Use Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is available in tablet form and is taken as a whole with a glass of water. Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is to be taken regularly, preferably at the same time each day to help the patient remember their daily dose. 

• If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dose time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule
• Do not crush, break, or chew while taking Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S
• Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S should be taken with or immediately after eating. Do not take the drug if you have not taken food.
• Take a dose of Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S 30 minutes before you fly if you’re taking it to avoid motion sickness.
• Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you’re not sure when to take this medication

Dosage

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is available in solution form.

The dosage is determined by your age, medical condition, and treatment response. 

Form and strength

Tablet: 25mg, 50mg, 75mg

Syrup: 15mg/5ml (60ml), 15mg/5ml (90ml)

Injection: 22.7mg

Adult Dosage

• Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is given half to 1 tablet up to 3 times daily

Child Dosage

• Children 5-10 years of age: half a tablet up to three times daily
• Children above 10 years of age:  half to 1 tablet up to 3 times daily
• Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is not recommended for children under 5 years of age

Elderly Dosage

• No dose adjustments are required for the elderly population

Pregnancy Use and Lactation

During pregnancy and lactation, Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S should only be taken if necessary and after careful consideration of the benefit/risk ratio for both mother and child.

Contraindications

Do not take Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S and consult your doctor if you have a medical history of any of the following:

• Allergic/hypersensitive to Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S and its contents, or any food product (such as pork, beef, etc.)
• Prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate gland)
• Narrow-angle glaucoma
• Neonates or premature infants

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S:

• Patients with eye problems
• High blood pressure
• Diabetes
• Thyroid disorder
• asthma or allergies such as sulfites
• Avoid using it with Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)
• Avoid using it with alcohol
• Avoid using it with CNS depressants
• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Interactions With Other Medications

Consult your doctor about the use of the following medicines before using Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S:

• Alcohol
• Atropine
• Barbiturates
• Hypnotics
• Monoamine oxidase Inhibitors
• neuroleptics
• Opioids
• Phenelzine
• Sedatives

This document does not contain all probable drug reactions, it is advisable to keep a list of medicines in use and discuss it with your doctor (this includes prescription/nonprescription and herbal products). 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Following side effects may not require immediate medical attention until becomes troublesome:

• Dry mouth
• Hallucinations
• Toxic psychosis
• Inability to concentrate
• Lack of sleep
• Headache
• Nervousness
• Dizziness
• Constipation

Rare Adverse Effects

Because Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S may induce serious and fatal infusion responses followed by cardiac collapse, the following side effects may require rapid attention and report to your doctor:

• Hyperthermia
• Palpitations
• Muscle weakness
• Blurred vision
• Difficulty in urination
• Sedation
• Coordination disturbances
• Irregular heartbeat
• Dermatitis

This is by no means a complete list of possible negative effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you experience any other side effects not listed above. 

How To Cope with Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Dry Mouth- Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day, chewing sugarless gum and using alcohol-free mouthwash, allowing ice to melt in the mouth, or using a saliva substitute.
• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak –If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Muscular Aches and Pains- A hot or cold compress can be placed at the area of discomfort to bring relief; an over-the-counter pain reliever such as paracetamol or ibuprofen can be ingested to bring ease as well. Avoid high-intensity exercise while suffering from muscular pain.
• Constipation- Can be combated by adding more fibers to the patient’s diet, asking the patient to drink plenty of fluids, and increasing their physical activity to trigger contractions in the intestines.

FAQs

#1. How to store Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S?

Keep Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S in a container at room temperature. Protect from heat. Store in a cool, dry location. keep all medications in a secure location and should be kept out of the reach of children and pets.

#2. What is Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S composed of?

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S contains Pheniramine maleate as an active ingredient.

#3. What if I take too much of Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S?

Seek medical attention right away if someone has overdosed and is experiencing dangerous symptoms like fainting out or having difficulties breathing. 

#4. What if I miss a dose of Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#5. Can I take Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S during breastfeeding?

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S should only be taken if necessary and after careful consideration of the benefit/risk ratio for both mother and child.

#6. Can Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S be used for itchy and runny nose and sneezing?

Yes, itchy, and runny noses, as well as sneezing, are among the most prevalent uses of Pheniramine Syrup. Do not use without consulting your doctor.

#7. How should I use Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S, with food without food or on empty stomach?

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S is most taken after food. This, however, may not be the best way to utilize this medication. Please follow your doctor’s instructions on how to use this medication.

#8. When using Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S, is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery? 

It may not be safe to drive a car or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepiness, dizziness, hypotension, or a headache as a side effect of this medication. If the medication makes you drowsy, dizzy or decreases your blood pressure significantly, you should not drive a vehicle. Patients are also advised not to drink alcohol while taking Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S because alcohol amplifies the sleepiness adverse effects.

#9. Can I consume alcohol with Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S?

Alcohol is known to make people dizzy, thus when combined with medication, it might cause significant dizziness. It’s recommended to stay away from alcohol while you’re getting therapy.

#10. Does Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S cause addiction?

Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S has the potential to cause addiction but if the correct dosage is ingested properly without being misused, there is no need to worry about addiction or dependency developing. 

#11. Is it possible to discontinue using Avil 25mg Tablet 50 ‘S right once, or do I have to wean myself off it gradually?

Because of rebound effects, some drugs must be tapered or cannot be stopped abruptly. Please talk to your doctor about recommendations for your body, health, and other drugs you may be taking.