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compositionComposition:PHENIRAMINE MALEATE-22.75MG
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
Avil Injection 2 ml
Avil Injection 2 ml
Avil Injection 2 ml
Avil Injection 2 ml is an antiallergic medicine used in the treatment of allergic conditions caused due to pollen, dust mites, mould spores, food, pet dander, insect stings, and medicines/drugs. It contains pheniramine maleate which works by inhibiting the action of histamine (chemical messenger) responsible for allergy. Common side effects include injection site reactions, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, stinging, etc.
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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

PHENIRAMINE MALEATE-22.75MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Sanofi India Ltd

Consume Type :

Parenteral

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Avil Injection 2 ml

Avil Injection 2 ml is used to treat allergic reactions. An allergy is a condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to foreign substances such as pollen, dust mites, mould spores, food, pet dander, insect stings, and medicines/drugs.

Avil Injection 2 ml contains Pheniramine maleate, which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine', which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thus, Avil Injection 2 ml treats allergic conditions.

In some cases, Avil Injection 2 ml may cause side effects such as drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, stinging, or burning sensation at the injection site. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently. 

Do not take Avil Injection 2 ml if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avil Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness, so avoid driving or operating machinery. Avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Avil Injection 2 ml. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Avil Injection 2 ml

Avil Injection 2 ml is used in the treatment of allergic conditions. The detailed uses of Avil Injection 2 ml are as follows:

  • Relief from allergic symptoms: Avil Injection 2 ml helps relieve symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, and hives caused by seasonal allergies, hay fever, or allergic rhinitis.
  • Treatment of skin allergies: Avil Injection 2 ml is effective in managing itching, redness, and swelling associated with allergic skin reactions such as urticaria (hives) and dermatitis.
  • Management of insect bite reactions: Avil Injection 2 ml helps reduce allergic responses caused by insect stings or bites.

Key Benefits

Avil Injection 2 ml belongs to the class of medications called 'anti-histamine' primarily used to treat allergic reactions. Avil Injection 2 ml contains Pheniramine maleate, which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine' responsible for causing allergic reactions.

Side effects of Avil inj 2ml
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Here are the steps to manage medication-triggered Nervousness:
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of Nervousness, such as anxiety, jitteriness, or an increased heart rate, after taking medication or adjusting your medication regimen.
  • Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen to alleviate symptoms of Nervousness. This can include switching to a different medication, reducing the dosage, or temporarily stopping the medication. Your doctor may also recommend alternative techniques like relaxation, mindfulness meditation, or journaling. These techniques can help reduce anxiety and Nervousness.
  • Practice stress-reducing techniques, such as deep breathing exercises, yoga, or journaling, to help manage Nervousness.
  • Engage in regular physical activity, such as walking or jogging, to help reduce anxiety and improve mood.
  • Your doctor may advise considering cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT) or other forms of talk therapy to address underlying anxiety or Nervousness.
  • You should maintain regular follow-up appointments with your doctor to monitor nervousness symptoms, adjust treatment plans as needed, and discuss any concerns or questions.
Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:
  • Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
  • When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
  • Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
  • Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
  • If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
  • Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.
Here are the steps to cope with constipation as a side effect of medication:
  • Inform your doctor about your constipation symptoms. They may adjust your medication or advise alternative treatments.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help soften stool and promote bowel movements.
  • Increase fibre intake by eating foods high in fibre, such as fruits, whole grains, vegetables and legumes, to help bulk up the stool.
  • Establish a bowel routine by trying to go to the bathroom at the same time each day to train your bowels.
  • Engaging in regular exercise, like walking or yoga, can support in bowel movement stimulation.
  • Consult your doctor if constipation persists, and discuss alternative treatments or adjustments to your medication.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safe and effective use.
  • Avil Injection 2 ml will be administered by the doctor or healthcare professional.
  • Do not self-administer.

How Avil Injection 2 ml Works

Avil Injection 2 ml contains Pheniramine maleate, which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine', which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thus, Avil Injection 2 ml treats allergic conditions.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Avil Injection 2 ml.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Avil Injection 2 ml is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Avil Injection 2 ml is not recommended for use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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Driving

Caution

Avil Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/problems.

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Avil Injection 2 ml in children. Avil Injection 2 ml is not recommended for use in children below 1 year.

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Heart

Caution

Avil Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients with heart problems, as it may cause palpitations, blood pressure changes, or cardiovascular collapse in rare cases. Always consult your doctor before use to ensure it's safe for your condition.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Geriatric patients can receive Avil Injection 2 ml, but it may be more sensitive to side effects like drowsiness or dizziness. Doctors usually adjust the dose and monitor closely to ensure safe use.

What if I have taken an overdose of Avil Injection 2 ml

Avil Injection 2 ml is administered by a health care professional in a hospital setting. Hence, the chances of overdose are less. Symptoms of overdose may include, agitation, coma, convulsions (seizures), delirium, hallucinations, disorientation, drowsiness, fever, nervousness, and tremors. Your doctor may take necessary measures if an overdose is suspected.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

  • Rest well; get optimum sleep.

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.

  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean. 

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Avil Injection 2 ml to start to work: The onset time of Avil Injection 2 ml has not been clinically established. The time for which the effects of Avil Injection 2 ml last: The duration of Avil Injection 2 ml’s effect is clinically not established.

What if you forget to take Avil Injection 2 ml

As this medicine is administered in a hospital by your healthcare professional, the chances of missing a dose are less. However, if you have any concerns, contact your doctor.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep Avil Injection 2 ml out of reach and sight of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Avil Injection 2 ml if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you are taking MAO inhibitors. Inform your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma, severe cardiovascular disease, prostatic hypertrophy (prostate gland enlargement), gastric ulcers, thyroid problems, high blood pressure, kidney or liver problems. Avoid driving or operating machinery as Avil Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interaction: Avil Injection 2 ml may interact with MAO inhibitors, neuroleptics (drugs used to treat mental disorders), drugs used to treat anxiety, anti-epileptic (phenytoin), and anticholinergic (atropine).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have an enlarged prostate, narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma or severe cardiovascular disease.

PheniramineLinezolid
Critical
PheniramineDihydroergotamine
Critical

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PheniramineLinezolid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Using phenylephrine together with linezolid can increase your blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Avil inj 2ml with Linezolid is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PheniramineDihydroergotamine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Using dihydroergotamine together with phenylephrine may cause significant increases in blood pressure and the risk for complications may be increased.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Avil inj 2ml with Dihydroergotamine is not recommended but can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PheniramineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Using furazolidone together with phenylephrine can cause severe high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Avil inj 2ml with Furazolidone is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PheniramineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Using Avil inj 2ml with selageline can cause severe high blood pressure

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Avil inj 2ml with Selegiline is not recommended, but it should be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
PheniraminePotassium chloride
Severe
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Taking Avil inj 2ml and Potassium chloride together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Avil inj 2ml with Potassium chloride can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PheniramineHalothane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Taking Avil inj 2ml with halothane can cause irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Avil inj 2ml and Halothane, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
PheniramineErgotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Using ergotamine together with Avil inj 2ml can cause significant increase in blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Avil inj 2ml and Ergotamine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe or throbbing headache, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, blurred vision, confusion contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PheniramineDesipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Taking desipramine with Avil inj 2ml can increase the risk of irregular heartbeats.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Avil inj 2ml with Desipramine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
PheniramineTopiramate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Taking Avil inj 2ml with Topiramate can cause increased body temperature and decreased sweating.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a interaction between Avil inj 2ml and Topiramate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience drowsiness, dizziness, or lightheadedness contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.
PheniramineNortriptyline
Severe
How does the drug interact with Avil inj 2ml:
Coadministration of Nortriptyline with Avil inj 2ml can increase blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Nortriptyline with Avil inj 2ml together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Avil Injection 2 ml belongs to the class of medications called anti-histamines primarily used to treat allergic reactions. An allergy is a condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to foreign substances such as pollen, dust mites, mold spores, food, pet dander, insect stings, and medicines/drugs.

Avil Injection 2 ml works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine' responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby Avil Injection 2 ml treats allergic conditions.

Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help stimulate saliva and thereby prevent drying of the mouth.

Avil Injection 2 ml may cause diarrhoea. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you have diarrhoea. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.

MAO inhibitors may prolong and intensify the effect of Avil Injection 2 ml. Therefore, inform your doctor if you are taking MAO inhibitors (drugs used to treat depression) or if you have taken any anti-depressant medicine in the last 14 days.

Avil Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients above 60 years as it may cause dizziness, confusion, and hypotension (low blood pressure).

Limited information is available regarding the safety of Avil Injection 2 ml in pregnancy. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant; the doctor will prescribe Avil Injection 2 ml only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Avil Injection 2 ml may cause hypotension while administration; therefore the doctor will administer it slowly over a period of one minute to avoid a fall in blood pressure. It should be used with caution in patients above 60 years of age as it may cause low blood pressure and dizziness.

Avil Injection 2 ml does not have habit-forming tendencies as it is not addictive.

Taking Avil Injection 2 ml with cetirizine may increase the risk of side effects like dizziness and drowsiness. Therefore, consult the doctor before taking cetirizine with Avil Injection 2 ml to prevent any interactions.

Yes, Avil Injection 2 ml can be taken with paracetamol if advised by the doctor. They can be used together only when the patient has a fever along with allergic conditions like runny nose, common cold, hay fever and itchy skin.

Avil Injection 2 ml may cause sleepiness or drowsiness as a side effect. If you experience sleepiness or drowsiness, avoid driving or operating machinery.

No, Avil Injection 2 ml is not known to cause weight loss. Consult the doctor if you notice any changes in weight during treatment with Avil Injection 2 ml.

No, Avil Injection 2 ml and chlorpheniramine are not the same although they both belong to the class of medicines called antihistamines.

Yes, you can take vitamin C with Avil Injection 2 ml if advised by the doctor. Vitamin C is a supplement known to strengthen immunity, so taking them together can help to relieve common cold symptoms.

Avil Injection 2 ml may not increase blood pressure. However, consult the doctor if you have increased blood pressure while on treatment with Avil Injection 2 ml.

Avil Injection 2 ml is not a steroid. It belongs to the group of medications called anti-histamines used to treat allergic conditions.

Avil Injection 2 ml will be administered by the doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Consult the doctor before taking Avil Injection 2 ml if you have severe liver disease. The doctor will adjust the dose based on your medical condition.

The side effects of Avil Injection 2 ml include dizziness, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, tingling or burning sensation at the injection site, rapid or irregular heartbeat, drowsiness, restlessness, weakness or headache. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Avil Injection 2 ml is not recommended for use in children below 1 year. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Avil Injection 2 ml in children.

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    M Pharmacy

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  • Veda Maddala

    M Pharmacy

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