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Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD
Prescription Required
Your child’s medicine at a glance
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD is given to children to treat a wide range of symptoms caused due to allergic conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), conjunctivitis (red, itchy eye), and common cold. These symptoms may include watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching.
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Uses of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD in children
Benefits of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD for your child
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD in children
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Ethizine
- Nausea
- Dizziness
- Constipation
- Sleepiness
- Fatigue
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Nasopharyngitis (inflammation of the throat and nasal passages)
How can I give Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD to my child?
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Ethizine Tablet MD works
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state. It also subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions, thereby reducing the symptoms.
Safety advice
Kidney
CAUTION
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD is recommended.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD to your child in case of severe liver disease.
However, dose adjustments may be required in severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before giving Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD to your child in case of severe liver disease.
What if I forget to give Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD to my child?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose, follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
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Quick tips
- Try giving the medicines at the same time each day, to help you remember.
- Your child may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD. If this happens, make your child sit or lie down and ask them to be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.
- Avoid giving Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine.
- Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD. Taking sips of water may help.
- Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child.
- Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD should be avoided in children who are less than 4 years of age as there is a risk of respiratory distress.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperazine Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Patient concerns
FAQs
My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD?
No, although this medicine causes drowsiness as a side effect, it should not be given to induce sleep in children. Consult your child’s doctor if your child has trouble sleeping as it could be due to some other underlying condition.
Can other medicines be given at the same time as Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD?
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
How much Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD should I give to my child?
Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD should be given strictly as prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
What if I give too much of Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD by mistake?
Although Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD is relatively safe to use in children yet an excessive amount may cause some serious side effects such as seizures, hallucinations, rapid heart rate, irritability, slow breathing, and coma.
How should Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD be stored?
Store Ethizine 2.5 Tablet MD at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
When do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Always consult your child’s doctor at every step in case of any confusion. However, immediate assistance may be required if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling, trouble breathing), signs of liver problem (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.
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