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TERFENADINE
BRAND & GENERIC NAMES
Seldane
BASIC INFORMATION
Habit forming? No
Prescription needed? Yes
Available as generic? No
Drug class: Antihistamine, hi-receptor
antagonist
USES
Reduces allergic symptoms such as hay fever, hives, rash or
itching. Less likely to cause drowsiness than most other
antihistamines.
DOSAGE & USAGE INFORMATION
How to take:
Tablet -- Swallow with water or food to lessen stomach irritation.
When to take:
Follow prescription instructions.
If you forget a dose:
Take as soon as you remember up to 2 hours late. lf more than 2
hours, wait for next scheduled dose (don't double this dose).
What drug does:
Blocks effects of histamine, a chemical produced by the body as
a result of contact with an allergen.
Time lapse before drug works:
1 to 2 hours; maximum effect at 3 to 4 hours.
Don't take with:
Any other medicines, even over-the-counter drugs such as cough
and cold medicines, nose drops, diet pills, laxatives or
caffeine, without consulting your doctor.
OVERDOSE
SYMPTOMS:
Headache, nausea, confusion, heartbeat rhythm disturbance.
WHAT TO DO:
Dial 0 (operator) or 911 (emergency) for an ambulance or
medical help. Then give first aid immediately.
See EMERGENCY INFORMATION.
POSSIBLE ADVERSE REACTIONS OR SIDE EFFECTS
SYMPTOMS WHAT TO DO
Life-threatening:
None expected.
Common:
None expected.
Infrequent:
Nausea, vomiting, Discontinue. Call
sore throat, itching. doctor right away.
Drowsiness, fatigue, Continue. Call doctor
headache, dizziness, when convenient.
weakness.
Rare:
Swollen lips, Discontinue. Seek
difficult breathing. emergency treatment.
Irregular heartbeat, Discontinue. Call
nightmares, frequent doctor right away.
urination.
Thinning hair. Continue. Call doctor when
convenient.
WARNINGS & PRECAUTIONS
Don't take if:
You are allergic to terfenadine.
Before you start, consult your doctor:
If you are allergic to other antihistamines.
If you have an enlarged prostate or glaucoma.
If you are under age 12.
If you are allergic to any substance or any medicine.
If you are pregnant or expect to become pregnant.
If you have asthma.
If you will have surgery within 2 months, including dental
surgery, requiring general or spinal anesthesia.
If you plan to have skin tests for allergies.
Pregnancy:
No proven harm to unborn child. Avoid if possible.
Infants & children:
Safety and effectiveness in children under age 12 have not been
established.
Prolonged use:
Take only on advice of your doctor.
Skin & sunlight:
No age-related problems expected.
Driving or hazardous activities:
Don't drive or pilot aircraft until you learn how medicine
affects you. Sedation and dizziness are less likely to occur
with terfenadine than with other antihistamines.
Discontinuing:
No age-related problems expected.
Others:
No age-related problems expected.
POSSIBLE INTERACTION WITH OTHER DRUGS
POSSIBLE INTERACTION WITH OTHER SUBSTANCES
| Marijuana: |
None expected. |
| Tobacco: |
None expected. |
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