Alidex 2mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alidex 2mg tablet used for?
Alidex 2mg Tablet contains Chlorpheniramine Maleate, an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, and watery eyes. It works by blocking histamine, a substance the body releases during allergic reactions. It is also used for motion sickness and as a sedative.
- Generic Name: Chlorpheniramine Maleate
- Manufacturer: Bsp Pharmaceuticals
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alidex 2mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Symptomatic relief of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, angioedema, and other allergic conditions; adjunct in anaphylaxis.
Off-label uses: Motion sickness; insomnia (due to sedative effects); common cold symptoms.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Chlorpheniramine Maleate |
| Brand Name | Allermin |
| Manufacturer | Bsp Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Competitive antagonist of histamine at H1 receptor sites, thereby suppressing histamine-mediated allergic symptoms.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alidex 2mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alidex 2mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Urinary retention
- Constipation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Seizures
- Hallucinations
- QT prolongation
- Torsades de pointes
- Severe hypotension
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Agranulocytosis
- Hemolytic anemia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased drowsiness and dizziness |
| MAOIs | Major | Risk of hypertensive crisis |
| CNS Depressants | Moderate | Additive sedative effects |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Phenytoin
- Rifampin
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase absorption
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased CNS depression; avoid concurrent use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to chlorpheniramine or any component; narrow-angle glaucoma; urinary retention; severe hypertension; coronary artery disease; concurrent MAOI therapy.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Monitor for sedation, anticholinergic effects, and blood pressure in elderly or hypertensive patients.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; use with caution; may cause drowsiness in infants.
๐ Overdose Management
Induce emesis or gastric lavage; administer activated charcoal; supportive care; treat hypotension and seizures; physostigmine may reverse anticholinergic symptoms.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
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