Allerwood 10mg tablet

Expert Advice

• Take this medicine with or without meals.
• Take immediately after opening tablet blister.
• Contact prescriber if there is chest pain, palpitations (awareness of cardiac muscle contraction), sleepiness, seizures (uncontrolled electrical activity in brain with alteration of consciousness), fast heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, or worsening of the condition.
• Do not take other depressants and sleep-inducing medications without consulting your doctor.

Primary Uses

Allergy

Indications

This medicine is used in symptomatic treatment of perennial rhinitis (chronic inflammation of nose), seasoned allergic rhinitis, and idiopathic chronic urticaria (skin rashes of unknown cause).

Side Effects

Patients using this medicine may experience anxiety (feeling of uneasiness), and somnolence (excessively sleepy). Rarely, this medicine may also cause fatigue, nausea, and headache.

Contraindications

This medication is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to this medication or it’s components. 

FAQS

How many hours apart can you take this medication?

This medication is taken twice daily by mouth. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Does this medication work instantly?

This medication is well absorbed after administration and peak levels are reached within an hour.

Is this medication the same as Benadryl?

Both of these medications are antihistamines used to treat allergy symptoms.

Does this medication raise heart rate?

Consult your doctor immediately if you experience fast or uneven heart rate.

Does this medication cause weight gain?

No, this medication does not cause weight gain.