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Composition:

PROMETHAZINE-25MG

Uses:

<p>Avimax Tablet is used in the treatment of Allergy, insomnia, and travel sickness. The detailed uses of Avimax Tablet are as follows:<br/> • Allergy Relief: Avimax Tablet provides relief from allergy symptoms like itching, runny nose, cough and sneezing caused by hay fever or other allergies.<br/> • Sleep Aid: Avimax Tablet sedative properties help with sleep disturbances and insomnia, inducing relaxation and facilitating sleep for short-term relief.<br/> • Preoperative Sedation: Avimax Tablet is used for preoperative sedation, helping relax patients and reduce anxiety before surgical or medical procedures.<br/> • Nausea and Vomiting: Avimax Tablet provides relief from nausea and vomiting caused by travel sickness, post-operative conditions, and cancer treatments, effectively managing symptoms.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Avimax Tablet contains ‘promethazine’, which belongs to the class of ‘phenothiazines’. It is an antihistamine and blocks the action of histamines (chemicals causing allergic symptoms). It can effectively treat allergic symptoms such as itching, watery eyes, hives, runny nose and sneezing. It also acts on the brain directly and produces a calming and anti-nausea effect. For short-term use, it is used in the treatment of insomnia. It can treat symptoms such as feeling sick (nausea) and falling sick (vomiting) occurring due to travel or motion sickness.

FAQs

Avimax Tablet is used in the treatment of allergic reactions, insomnia, and travel sickness.

Avimax Tablet blocks the action of histamines, chemicals that are responsible for allergic reaction. It acts directly on the brain and causes a relaxing, calming and anti-nausea effect.

Avimax Tablet is usually recommended for short-term use. Do not take longer than prescribed unless advised by your doctor.

Do not drive or consume alcohol as Avimax Tablet can cause drowsiness. Do not go into the sunlight directly as it can cause photosensitivity leading to rashes on sun-exposed skin.

You can take the missed dose as soon as you remember if it's less than 2 hours since the missed dose. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as usual at the fixed time. Do not double your dose or do not take more than prescribed.

Avimax Tablet may cause constipation as it is side effect. If constipation continues, consult your doctor.

You should take Avimax Tablet for motion sickness before you start traveling or as soon as symptoms appear, according to your doctor's instructions. Avimax Tablet helps prevent or relieve symptoms like nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and fatigue caused by motion during travel. The condition usually improves once the motion stops. Please, follow the recommended dosage instructions.

Yes, Avimax Tablet is an antihistamine. Avimax Tablet contains promethazine which belongs to the class of medicines called antihistamines.

No, Avimax Tablet is not a narcotic/opiate/ painkiller. Avimax Tablet contains promethazine, which is an antihistamine with sedative properties.

No, Avimax Tablet is not over the counter (OTC) medication and usually requires a doctor's prescription. However, consult a doctor before using Avimax Tablet to ensure it is suitable for your condition.

Avimax Tablet is primarily used to treat nausea, travel sickness, and allergic reactions. Avimax Tablet is not usually recommended for conditions like a hangover, sore throat, stomach flu, cramps, toothache, headache, cough, or general pain. For these symptoms, it is best to consult your doctor, who can recommend a more suitable medication for your symptoms.

You are not recommended to take Avimax Tablet with Nyquil, codeine, Benadryl, Xanax, oxycodone, or Dayquil. These drugs can all cause sedation and drowsiness, and taking them together increases the risk of severe drowsiness, breathing problems, or overdose. Ibuprofen and Tylenol do not interact much with Avimax Tablet but should still be used cautiously. However, please consult a doctor before taking Avimax Tablet with other medications.

Avimax Tablet may make you sleepy or tired as it contains promethazine with sedative properties. Avimax Tablet will not get you high as it does not have any habit-forming potential. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

Avimax Tablet causes side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nightmares, restlessness, anorexia (loss of appetite), dyspepsia(indigestion), hypotension(low blood pressure), and photosensitivity. Please, consult a doctor if these persist for longer durations.