Diazolinum dragee 50 mg #10

Diazolinum instruction for use

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The drug Diazolin is an antihistamine drug for oral use.

Form of formulation and composition of the preparation

The drug Diazolinum is available in the form of tablets for oral administration. Active active ingredient of the preparation is mebhydroline napadisilate 100 mg in adult dosage and 50 mg in infant dosage. In addition, the composition of the drug auxiliary components and sugar. Dragee packed in blisters of 10 pieces with the attached instructions.
Pharmacological properties of the drug
Dragee Diazolinum belongs to the group of antihistamines. Under the influence of this remedy, the patient quickly disappears unpleasant phenomena in the form of itching, rashes, hives, redness and dry skin.
Unlike most antihistamines, diazolin does not cause drowsiness in the patient. The therapeutic effect develops 15 minutes after taking the pill inside and lasts up to 48 hours.

Indications for use

The drug Diazolinum is prescribed to patients for the treatment of rapid elimination of the following conditions:
    Rashes on the skin of an allergic nature;
    Itching of the skin, as a reaction to insect bites;
    Hay fever;
    Allergic conjunctivitis;
    Allergic rhinitis;
    Hives;
    Treatment of rash, which occurs against the background of taking certain medications;
    Food allergy in adults and children.

Contraindications

Before using Diazolinum Dragee, the patient should read the attached instructions in detail, as the preparation has the following contraindications:
    Individual intolerance to the components of the drug;
    Increased intraocular pressure;
    Pathological proliferation of prostate tissue in men;
    Acute inflammatory processes of the digestive tract;
    Peptic ulcer disease;
    Pylorostenosis;
    Violations in the work of the heart and blood vessels;
    The period of pregnancy and breastfeeding;
    Severe disorders in the liver or kidneys;
    Age of children under 3 years for tablets Diazoline dosage 50 mg.

Dosing and Administration

The daily dose of the drug Diazolinum and the duration of the course of therapy is determined by the doctor, depending on the severity of the clinical symptoms of the allergic reaction, age and body weight of the patient.
According to the instructions, the drug is taken with food, without chewing, squeezed with clean water in sufficient quantities. Adults and patients older than 14 years are prescribed Diazolin tablets with a dosage of 100 mg for 1 unit 2-3 times a day.
Children over 3 years of age are prescribed Diazolin with a dosage of 50 mg for 1 dragee twice a day. As a rule, the duration of the course of therapy does not exceed 3-5 days. In the absence of the expected therapeutic effect, the patient should repeatedly contact a specialist.

Use of the drug during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Diazolinum tablets are not prescribed for the treatment of pregnant women. In medicine, there are no data on the safety of the effect of the active ingredient on the course of pregnancy and intrauterine development of the fetus. In case of allergic reactions in a woman during pregnancy, the patient should consult a gynecologist who will choose a safe and alternative antiallergic remedy.
The drug is not used during lactation, because it is not known whether the active substance penetrates the medication into breast milk. If it is necessary to treat the drug, lactation is recommended to be interrupted.

Side effects

As a rule, the drug Diazolinum is normally tolerated by patients. With individual hypersensitivity or exceeding the recommended dose, the following side effects may develop:
    Pain in the epigastric region;
    Nausea, eructation, heartburn;
    Stool disorders;
    Heaviness and drawing pains in the liver;
    Exacerbation of chronic inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract;
    Drowsiness or, conversely, increased nervous excitement;
    Unreasonable feeling of fear;
    Change in blood pressure;
    Dry mouth;
    Increased thirst;
    Dizziness;
    Irritability and mood swings.

An overdose of the drug

When administered to too large doses of Diazolinum, the patient experiences an increase in the above-described adverse reactions, a violation of liver function, a change in the heart rhythm. If you accidentally ingest a large number of tablets, the patient should immediately cause vomiting, and then give to take activated charcoal or other sorbents. If necessary, wash the stomach and conduct symptomatic therapy.
Interaction of the drug with other drugs
The drug is not recommended to be combined with other antihistamines, as this increases the risk of side effects and drug overdose. There is no data on any other interaction with the drug, but if the patient is already taking any medications, the doctor should be warned about this.

special instructions

At the initial stages of therapy, the drug may have a depressing effect on the central nervous system, especially when taking large doses, so you should refrain from driving vehicles and managing complex mechanisms that require maximum concentration.
The drug is not prescribed for the treatment of patients with diabetes, as the composition of tablets includes sugar.

Leave and storage conditions

The drug Diazolinum is dispensed in pharmacies without a prescription. Dragee should be stored away from children at a temperature of not more than 20 degrees. Ensure that the packaging does not get water. Shelf life is 2 years, after the expiry date of the drug should be disposed of.