Drug Uses
Periactin an antihistamine that is used to treat the symptoms (hay fever, nasal inflammation, stuffy nose, hives, and swelling) of cold and allergy. It is also prescribed in anaphylaxis, a life–threatening allergic reaction, after treating with another drug called epinephrine.
How it is taken
The best way to use Periactin is as recommended by your doctor.
Missed Dosage
If you miss a dose of, then you may take it as soon as you remember and adjust the remaining doses accordingly. However, if it is nearly time for the next dose then you may skip this dose and continue with the regular dosage. Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Storage
Store it at room temperature (between between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) in an air tight container protecting it from direct exposure to light, heat and moisture. Keep away from pets and children.
Overdose
A Periactin overdose may lead to symptoms like dilated pupils, dry mouth, extreme excitement and agitation, fever, flushing, stomach or bowel distress, stupor or coma. Seek medical attention immediately if you suspect an overdose.
Warnings/Precautions
Before taking Periactin, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if you have allergies to medicines, if you are allergic to any ingredient in Periactin, if you have bronchial asthma, the eye condition called glaucoma, an overactive thyroid gland, high blood pressure, heart disease, or circulatory problems, if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast–feeding. Periactin can cause harm to the fetus. Do not use Periactin if you are pregnant. If you suspect that you could be pregnant, contact your doctor immediately. It is known that Periactin passes into breast milk. Do not breast–feed while taking Periactin. Some medicines may interact with Periactin. Therefore tell your doctor of all prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement that you are taking. Do not take Periactin if you are taking an antidepressant drug known as an MAO inhibitor. Newborn or premature infants should not be given Periactin. Elderly patients should avoid taking Periactin. Missed dose If you miss a dose take it as soon as you remember. However if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Possible Side effects
Some of the common side effects of are Anaphylaxis (life–threatening allergic reaction), anemia, appetite loss, chest congestion or tightness, chills, confusion, constipation, convulsions, diarrhea, difficulty urinating, dizziness, dry mouth, nose, or throat, earlier–than–expected menstrual period, exaggerated feeling of well–being, excessive perspiration, excitement, faintness, fatigue, fluttery or throbbing heartbeat, frequent urination, hallucinations, headache, hives, hysteria, inability to urinate, increased appetite and weight gain, insomnia, irritability, lack of coordination, light sensitivity, liver problems, low blood pressure, nausea, nervousness, rapid heartbeat, rash and swelling, restlessness, ringing in the ears, sleepiness, stomach pain, stuffy nose, tingling or pins and needles, tremor, vertigo, vision problems (double vision, blurred vision), vomiting, weight gain, wheezing, yellow eyes and skin.
You must seek medical attention immediately if any of these side effects occur.