Wexodine 180mg Tablet
Wexodine 180mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, congestion or stuffiness, sneezing, itching, swelling, and watery eyes. It also helps treat skin allergies with itching, redness, or swelling.
Wexodine 180mg Tablet
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Wexodine 180mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, congestion or stuffiness, sneezing, itching, swelling, and watery eyes. It also helps treat skin allergies with itching, redness, or swelling.
Wexodine 180mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine used in the treatment of allergic symptoms such as runny nose, congestion or stuffiness, sneezing, itching, swelling, and watery eyes. It also helps treat skin allergies with itching, redness, or swelling.
Wexodine 180mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor.
The most common side effects are headache, drowsiness, dizziness, and nausea. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Please consult your doctor if any of these side effects do not resolve or persist for a longer duration.
Do not self-medicate or recommend your medicine to another person even if you see the similarity in symptoms. Consult your doctor to get the most benefit. Inform your doctor if you are suffering from any problems related to the kidneys, liver, or heart. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine without consulting a doctor.
03Uses
Allergic conditions
Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
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. Wexodine 180mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Wexodine 180mg Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the effects of natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your immune system’s response to these conditions.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Wexodine Tablet?
A: Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
Wexodine 180mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. 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.
08Side Effects
Headache
Dizziness
Nausea
Drowsiness
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Wexodine 180mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Wexodine 180mg 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:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Wexodine 180mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.Because of low milk levels and lack of sleepiness, use of Wexodine 180mg Tablet would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Driving:SAFE
Wexodine 180mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.However, you should make check that Wexodine 180mg Tablet does not make you feel sleepy or dizzy before driving or operating machinery.
Kidney:CAUTION
Wexodine 180mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Wexodine 180mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Wexodine 180mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Wexodine 180mg Tablet is recommended.However, consult your doctor before giving Wexodine 180mg Tablet to your child in case of severe liver disease.
10Drug Tips
Try taking the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
You may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Wexodine 180mg Tablet. If this happens, sit or lie down and be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
Avoid taking Wexodine 180mg Tablet with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
Wexodine 180mg Tablet should be avoided in children who are less than 12 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
Practice self-care tips:Abstain yourself from coming in contact with allergens.Maintain neat and clean ambiance around.Wear a face mask and avoid dusty places.Consider using air conditioners instead of opening windows during the pollen season.
Abstain yourself from coming in contact with allergens.
Maintain neat and clean ambiance around.
Wear a face mask and avoid dusty places.
Consider using air conditioners instead of opening windows during the pollen season.
Wexodine 180mg Tablet may cause less sleepiness as a side effect compared to other similar medicines.
Avoid drinking fruit juices (such as apple or orange) as this may affect the absorption of this medicine and cause more side effects.
It may cause nausea. Stick to simple meals, and do not eat rich or spicy food.
Avoid using antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medicine. It can make it harder for your body to absorb this medicine.
Never give the medicine to someone who seems to be suffering from a similar illness. This medicine should be taken only if prescribed by a doctor.
Your doctor has prescribed Wexodine 180mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Wexodine 180mg Tablet at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
References
Sources and references
RA Skidgel. Histamine, Bradykinin, and Their Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2018. p. 718.
Golisano Children’s Hospital. Treatment for a Child’s Allergy to Pollen or Animals. [Accessed 22 Jan. 2021] (online) Available from: View
