ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes.

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.

Uses of Zehist Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Zehist Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET 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, ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET 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 Zehist 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 Zehist

Sleepiness
Dizziness

How to use Zehist 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. ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

ZEHIST 10 MG 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

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Benzimidazoles Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic

I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??

Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil

ENT

Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.

FAQs

What is ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET used for?

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET is used to treat symptoms of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) and other allergic reactions, causing irritation of the eyes and nose. It is also used to treat allergic rhinoconjunctivitis, urticaria or hives (pale red, raised and itchy skin rashes).

How should I take ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET?

ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Swallow the tablets whole with water; do not chew or crush it. ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET may be taken with or without food, but it is advised to take it at a fixed time to avoid skipping a dose.

How to cope with dizziness caused by ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET?

If you feel dizzy while taking ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET, lie down for some time and then get up slowly. Move slowly and cautiously while walking or doing activities. Avoid coffee, cigarettes, alcohol and recreational medicines. If dizziness persists or worsens, consult your doctor.

Can I take antacids while taking ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET?

Some antacids contain aluminum and magnesium. Such antacids may decrease the absorption of ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET and lower its levels, thereby interfering with the working of this medicine. It is recommended that you keep a gap of 2 hours between the two medicines.

Is there any food or drink that I need to avoid while taking ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET?

Yes, you should avoid drinking grape juice, orange juice and apple juice while taking ZEHIST 10 MG TABLET. These might make you more likely to have side effects. However, if not sure, consult your doctor.

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