Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet 10 tablets in 1 strip

Overview Introduction Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from runny nose, sneezing, congestion, itching and watery eyes. Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case, you have missed any doses than it is better to take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose. Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dryness of mouth, so it is advised to drink more water, always carry sugar candy or maintain oral hygiene. Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have any gastro related issues or have asthma. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment. Uses of Foristal Tablet Allergic conditions Side effects of Foristal Tablet Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Foristal Sleepiness How to cope with side effects? The occurrence of side effects varies from person to person. The following are a few ways of dealing with some of the common side effects. However, consult your doctor if these persist. Coping with Sleepiness If the medicine is making you drowsy during the day, stop what you are doing and sit or lie down until you feel better. You can also consider taking a nap. Physical exercises such as walking may be helpful. Do not drink alcohol, as it will make you feel more tired. Avoid driving or operating heavy equipment when you are feeling drowsy. This problem usually goes away as your body gets used to the medicine. However, if it does not, ask your doctor if you can take your medicine at bedtime or whether the dose can be reduced. How to use Foristal Tablet Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Foristal Tablet works Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions. Safety Advice Alcohol UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet. Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor. Breastfeeding CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. Driving UNSAFE Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. The use of Dimethindene can impair wakefulness; for concerned patients, caution is recommended in case of driving. Kidney CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. Liver CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. What if you forget to take Foristal Tablet? If you miss a dose of Foristal Long 2.5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.