Formulation of Kestine tab
Ebastine
Kestine Tablet is a pharmaceutical product that contains the active ingredient Ebastine. This medication falls under the class of second generation antihistamines and is primarily used to relieve allergy symptoms. It works by blocking the effects of histamine, a natural substance that the body produces during an allergic reaction, thereby reducing symptoms like sneezing, itching, runny nose, and watery eyes. Highnoon laboratories make this product under the license of Laboratorios Almirall S.A.
Kestine Tablet is commonly prescribed for the following uses:
Allergic Rhinitis
Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a common condition where the immune system overreacts to allergens such as pollen, pet dander, or dust mites. Kestine Tablet relieves nasal congestion, sneezing, and itching in the nose and eyes.
Chronic Urticaria
Chronic urticaria, or hives, is characterized by itchy, raised welts on the skin that can last for more than six weeks. Kestine Tablet can help alleviate the discomfort and itching associated with this condition.
Common side effects of Kestine are included:
- Nausea
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Nose bleed
- Weakness
- Indigestion
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Drowsiness
- Abdominal pain
- Pharyngitis
- Dyspepsia
- Asthenia
- Sinusitis
The most common side effects are headache, dry mouth and drowsiness. Other less commonly
reported side effects include pharyngitis, abdominal pain, dyspepsia, asthenia,
epistaxis, rhinitis, sinusitis, nausea, and insomnia.
Adults and children older than 12 years
- Kestine 10 mg tablet or 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls)
- Kestine Syrup once daily
In severe symptoms,
- Kestine 20 mg tablet or 20 ml Kestine Syrup (4 teaspoonfuls) once daily
Children from 6 to 11 years old
- One 5 ml dose (equivalent to Ebastine 5 mg) once daily
Children from 2 to 5 years old
- One 2.5 ml dose (equivalent to Ebastine 2.5 mg) once daily
Precuation
- Allergy:
- inform your doctor If you are allergic to kestine tablet.
- Avoid driving:
- Avoid driving because of blurred eyes side effects.
- Pregnancy:
- Never used it during pregnancy
- Breast-feeding:
- Don’t use it during breast-feeding duration.
- Drug interaction:
- It may interact with many other drugs, so inform your Doctor of all the other drugs or supplements you are taking.
Is Kestine safe for heart patients?
The overall cardiac tolerability of Kestine is excellent. In Kestine dose-ranging studies in adults and children, there were no meaningful dose-related changes in the QTc interval.
Alternatives to Kestine Tablet
While KestineTablet is an effective medication for allergy relief, alternative options
containing different active ingredients are available. Some common alternatives
to Kestine Tablet include:
- Cetirizine: An antihistamine commonly used
for allergy symptoms. - Loratadine: Another antihistamine suitable
for allergy relief. - Fexofenadine: An antihistamine that offers
non-drowsy allergy relief.
Ebastine Storage
Ebastine must be stored at room temperature between 68 and 77 degrees Fahrenheit. It should also be kept in a cool place, as direct contact with heat, air, and light may damage the medicine. Moreover, it is important to keep it out of the reach of children.