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Benkast 5mg Tablet is used to treat various kinds of allergies, including hay fever (caused by pollen or dust), conjunctivitis (itchy eyes), eczema (dermatitis), hives (raised patches), reactions to insect bites and stings, and some food allergies. It contains Levocetirizine, which blocks histamine, a chemical that plays a key role in allergic reactions. Common side effects may include headaches, dry mouth, dizziness, stomach pain, sickness, and diarrhoea, but these usually resolve on their own. Before using this medicine, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, have any existing medical conditions, or are taking other medications. Avoid taking this medicine with dairy products, as they may reduce its effectiveness.
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About Benkast 5mg Tablet
Benkast 5mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antihistamines. It is used to treat various allergy symptoms such as sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. It is commonly prescribed for conditions like hay fever (seasonal allergies), allergic rhinitis, and conjunctivitis (itchy eyes). An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to the body.
Benkast 5mg Tablet contains levocetirizine, which works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical in your body that causes allergy symptoms. By reducing the effects of histamine, Benkast 5mg Tablet helps relieve symptoms of allergic reactions such as itching, swelling, and redness.
Possible side effects of Benkast 5mg Tablet include mild headaches, dry mouth, dizziness, stomach pain, or diarrhea. These side effects usually go away on their own, but if they persist or worsen, contact your doctor.
Benkast 5mg Tablet should not be taken if you are allergic to levocetirizine, have severe kidney issues, or are under 2 years old. It should also be used with caution if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or taking other medications like midodrine or ritonavir. Always consult your doctor for guidance on safety.
Uses of Benkast 5mg Tablet
Benkast 5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of common allergies. The detailed uses of Benkast 5mg Tablet are as follows:
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Alcohol
Unsafe
Benkast 5mg Tablet may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol so, together intake should be avoided.
Pregnancy
Caution
Benkast 5mg Tablet is pregnancy category B medicine so it can be used by the pregnant mother only if your doctor has prescribed it.
Breast Feeding
Caution
Benkast 5mg Tablet is known to pass on in a limited quantity via breast milk to the child. Benkast 5mg Tablet should not be taken until prescribed. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
Caution
Please drive with caution; Benkast 5mg Tablet usually does not causes blurry vision, but it may affect driving ability in some.
Liver
Safe if prescribed
Limited information was available for the use of Benkast 5mg Tablet in patients suffering from liver impairment. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding using Benkast 5mg Tablet in patients with liver impairment. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Kidney
Caution
Benkast 5mg Tablet to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. Patients with end-stage renal disease (ESRD) with less than 10 mL/min creatinine clearance or patients undergoing hemodialysis should not take Benkast 5mg Tablet.
Children
Safe if prescribed
It can be used in children, but the dosage and age restrictions depend on the specific formulation and the child's age.
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Benkast 5mg Tablet is used to treat various types of allergies. It is commonly used for conditions like hay fever (caused by pollen or dust), allergic conjunctivitis (itchy or red eyes), eczema (dermatitis), hives (raised red patches), reactions to insect bites or stings, and some food allergies. It works by blocking histamine, a chemical in the body that causes allergic symptoms, helping to relieve sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes.
Benkast 5mg Tablet contains levocetirizine (anti-histamine), which is used to treat allergies as it blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as histamine, which is naturally involved in allergic reactions.
Hay fever is an allergy caused by outdoor or indoor allergens, such as pollen, dust mites, or tiny flecks of skin and saliva shed by cats, dogs, and other animals with fur or feathers (pet dander). It leads to cold-like symptoms (runny nose, watery eyes).
Depending upon the severity of allergic conditions due to allergens Benkast 5mg Tablet can be safely taken daily until you get complete relief and as long as your doctor has advised you to take it.
Benkast 5mg Tablet is an antihistamine providing instant relief from allergic conditions; however, in some people, it may cause sleepiness and induce some drowsiness during the day. Hence, you are recommended to take it at night if you experience excessive drowsiness during the day.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Benkast 5mg Tablet and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
No, Benkast 5mg Tablet should not be taken if you are intolerant to sugar; please contact your doctor before taking Benkast 5mg Tablet to avoid any unpleasant side effects.
Yes, you can take Benkast 5mg Tablet together with painkillers. However, it should be taken only if prescribed by the doctor only.
The side effects of Benkast 5mg Tablet include dry mouth, headaches, tiredness, feeling sick, stomach pain and dizziness. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, do not stop taking Benkast 5mg Tablet without first consulting your doctor. If you discontinue in between the treatment, the symptoms of allergy may recur.
No, Benkast 5mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergic medicine used for symptomatic relief from allergic conditions and rhinitis.
Benkast 5mg Tablet starts working and shows improvement within 1 hour of taking it. However, to show full benefits, it may take a little longer.
You are recommended to consult your doctor before taking Benkast 5mg Tablet with Fexofenadine or other medicines.
Benkast 5mg Tablet is safe if it is used as advised by your doctor. Do not take it for longer durations or do not exceed the dose as it may increase the risk of side effects.
You are recommended to use Benkast 5mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while using Benkast 5mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.
It is recommended to consult a doctor before taking Benkast 5mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Benkast 5mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. For children, above 6 years, use Benkast 5mg Tablet in doses as prescribed by the doctor only.
Store Benkast 5mg Tablet at room temperature protected from light and moisture. Keep it out of reach and sight of children.
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