Azatadine (Maleate)
Generic medicine reference
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Overview
Azatidine is an antihistaminic agent with actions, uses and adverse effects similar to PROMETHAZINE. It is a first generation antihistamine and cholinergic that was launched by Schering-Plough in 1973. It provides relief of symptoms of allergic reactions such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itchy eyes and sneezing.
Indications
Azatadine (Maleate) is primarily indicated in conditions like Allergic pruritis, Allergic rhinitis, Hay fever, Urticaria, Vasomotor rhinitis.
Contraindications
Azatadine (Maleate) is contraindicated in conditions like Glucoma,Prostatic hypertrophy,Pyloric disease,Pyloric stenosis,Hypersensitivity,Urinary retention.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute over dosage of Azatadine (Maleate) include Tachycardia, Blurred vision, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Urinary retention, Confusion.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Azatadine (Maleate) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Vertigo, Headache, Drowsiness, Nausea, Constipation, Dry mouth, Blurred vision, Dysuria, Mood changes.
Warnings
Azatadine should be used with caution in bone marrow depression. Patients should observe caution while driving or performing other task requiring alertness because it may cause drowsiness. It should be used with caution in patients with urinary retention, history of bronchial asthma, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular or liver disease. It should be used with caution in person with acute or chronic respiratory impairment, especially in children. Do not administer azatadine subcutaneously because irritation or lesion may occur.
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, Geriatrics, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Adult Dosage
0.014 mg/kg (0.014 (0.014)) 12 hourly PO — -
Child Dosage
0.025 mg/kg (0.025 (0.025)) 12 hourly Oral — -
Neonatal Dosage
( ) — Not recommended in this age group
Drug Interactions
No data regarding the interactions of Azatadine (Maleate) was found.
Storage
tabs Store in a well closed container, at room temperature, .
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.