Hunger Xtra Tablet
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Product introduction
Hunger Xtra Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms of inflammation as well as itching, swelling and rashes. It is also used to treat loss of appetite (need for food). It is an effective hunger stimulant.
Hunger Xtra Tablet is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Hunger Xtra Tablet is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Uses of Hunger Tablet
Benefits of Hunger Tablet
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Hunger Xtra Tablet prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation and symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It lowers your immune system’s response to these conditions so you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In Appetite stimulant
Hunger Xtra Tablet increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of an individual. It promotes the desire to eat and therefore, it is a safe and effective way of managing undernutrition or malnutrition. It helps to treat loss of appetite and improves the nutritional status.
Side effects of Hunger 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 Hunger
- Dizziness
- Headache
How to use Hunger 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. Hunger Xtra Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Hunger Tablet works
Hunger Xtra Tablet is an antihistamine medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions. Due to constant increased energy intake and stimulation of growth hormone secretion, it stimulates the appetite too.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Hunger Xtra Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hunger Xtra Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Hunger Xtra Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Unless Hunger Xtra Tablet is used to lower the prolactin levels in the mother, it should be avoided as it might interfere with breastfeeding.
Unless Hunger Xtra Tablet is used to lower the prolactin levels in the mother, it should be avoided as it might interfere with breastfeeding.
Driving
UNSAFE
Hunger Xtra Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Hunger Xtra Tablet may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Hunger Xtra Tablet may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hunger Xtra Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hunger Xtra Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Hunger Xtra Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Take Hunger Xtra Tablet as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Hunger Xtra Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dibenzocycloheptenes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)
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Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
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