Astemizole

Astemizole is an antihistamine medicine used to treat hay fever and allergic skin reactions. Prescribed internally. Possible side effects include weight gain and, if taken in very large doses, abnormal heart rhythms.

Astemizole is a second generation antihistamine. It blocks H1 histamine receptors, preventing the action of histamine, a substance that causes allergic reactions. Astemizole is effective in the treatment of seasonal and year-round allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, urticaria and dermatitis.

The drug is taken orally, usually 10 mg once a day. The effect of astemizole begins 1-2 hours after administration and lasts about 24 hours.

The main side effects of astemizole are drowsiness, headache, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, constipation or diarrhea. With long-term use in large doses, heart rhythm disturbances are possible.

Astemizole is available in 10 mg tablets under the trade name Gismanal. The use of astemizole is currently limited due to the risk of cardiac complications.

Astemizole is an antihistamine medicine that is used to treat allergic reactions and hay fever. It is given orally and has several side effects, including weight gain and heart rhythm disturbances when taken in large doses.

Astemizole was developed in the 1970s and has since become one of the most commonly used antihistamines. It blocks histamine receptors in the body, which helps reduce allergy symptoms such as itching, runny nose and cough.

When taken orally, astemizole begins to act within 2-4 hours. The maximum concentration in the blood is reached after 3-6 hours. The half-life is 5-10 hours, so the drug should be taken 1-2 times a day.

Possible side effects of astemizole include weight gain, drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, headache, decreased appetite, constipation, and abnormal heart rhythm (if taken in large doses).

One of the advantages of astemizole is its safety, since it is not addictive or dependent. However, like all medications, it should be taken only as prescribed by a doctor and in accordance with the instructions for use.

Astemizole is an imidazolinone antihistamine used to reduce allergic reactions and relieve symptoms associated with hay fever. Astemizole is produced in the form of tablets for oral administration and has the trade name "Gimanal". Like other antihistamines, astemizole inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells, which reduces the inflammation and flushing associated with an allergic reaction.

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