Ala Hist IR
Generic name:dexbrompheniramine [ DEX-brom-fen-IR-a-meen ]
Brand names: Ala Hist IR, PediaVent
Drug class:Antihistamines
What is Ala Hist IR?
Ala Hist IR is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.
Ala Hist IR is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, the common cold, or the flu.
Ala Hist IR may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.
Before taking this medicine
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Ala Hist IR if you have other medical conditions, especially:
glaucoma; o
an enlarged prostate and urination problems.
It is not known whether Ala Hist IR will harm an unborn baby. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.
It is not known whether dexbrompheniramine passes into breast milk or if it could cause side effects in the nursing baby. Antihistamines may also slow breast milk production. Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are breast-feeding.
How should I take Ala Hist IR?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended. This medicine is usually taken only for a short time until your symptoms clear up.
Do not take for longer than 7 days in a row. Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever with a headache, cough, or skin rash.
Do not give this medication to a child younger than 4 years old. Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 6 years old without medical advice.
You should not use antihistamine medication to make a child sleepy.
