Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. It is also used for prevention and treatment of nausea or vomiting associated with motion sickness.
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet
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About This Medicine
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Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. It is also used for prevention and treatment of nausea or vomiting associated with motion sickness.
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. It is also used for prevention and treatment of nausea or vomiting associated with motion sickness.
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet should be taken immediately after food or preferably one hour before you travel. It should be taken as your doctor’s advice. 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. In case, you have missed any doses then it is better to take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dryness of the 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 or have any gastro-related issues. 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.
03Uses
Treatment of Allergic conditions
Treatment of Motion sickness
04How 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. Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet is an antihistamine. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This helps treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. This also stops the vomiting centre in the brain from receiving nerve messages that would otherwise cause motion sickness (nausea & light-headedness).
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Buclizip Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Buclizip DS 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.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including conjunctivitis and conditions which affect the skin such as urticaria. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor. This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
08Side Effects
Sleepiness
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet relieves symptoms of allergic conditions such as rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and urticaria.
It may also be used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Buclizip DS 50mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
References
Sources and references
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: View
