Elina 10mg Tablet

elina 10mg 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.

elina 10mg tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening.

If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe. As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.

But, it may cause some amount of dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that needs attention. Consult your doctor if it persists or worry you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.

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USES OF TABLET

• Treatment of Allergic conditions

BENEFITS OF TABLET

In Treatment of Allergic conditions
elina 10mg 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, Elina 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 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 elina 10mg

• Sleepiness
• Dizziness

HOW TO USE 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. elina 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

HOW TABLET WORKS

elina 10mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

WARNING AND PRECAUTIONS:

TALK TO DOCTOR

Talk to your Doctor, if you:

Are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine
Have liver or heart problems
Have ever had an irregular heartbeat or a slow heart rate
Have an abnormal ECG (electrical recording of your heartbeat)
Have an abnormal levels of salts in the blood, in particular low potassium levels
Have diabetes

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Tablet does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

elina 10mg 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

elina 10mg 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

elina 10mg 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 Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Elina Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor if you are taking,

Erythromycin, clarithromycin, azithromycin (antibiotic)
Ketoconazole, fluconazole, itraconazole (antifungal medicine)
Cimetidine (used to treat stomach ulcers)
Ciclosporin (an immunosuppressant)
Nifedipine (used to treat high blood pressure or heart disease)

DIRECTIONS & FOR USE:

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you
The usual dose is one tablet (10 mg) daily for adults, including the elderly and children aged 12 years and over
The tablets should be taken with plenty of water

If you take more elina 10mg Tablet

If you think you have taken too many tablets of elina 10mg contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately

If you forget to take elina 10mg Tablet

If you have forgotten to take a tablet of elina 10mg, take the next tablet at the usual time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten tablet

If you stop taking elina 10mg Tablet

Inform your doctor if you wish to stop your treatment before finishing the course of treatment

STORAGE:

Keep this medicine out of reach of children
Store at a room temperature of 15-25°C

• Your doctor has prescribed 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 Elina Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Q. What is Elina Tablet MR used for?

Elina Tablet MR 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).

Q. How should I take Elina Tablet MR?

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

Q. How to cope with dizziness caused by Elina Tablet MR?

If you feel dizzy while taking Elina Tablet MR, 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.

Q. Can I take antacids while taking Elina Tablet MR?

Some antacids contain aluminum and magnesium. Such antacids may decrease the absorption of Elina Tablet MR 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.

Q. Is there any food or drink that I need to avoid while taking Elina Tablet MR?

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