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Aligic drug is often used when pre-surgery anesthesia, respiratory disease, urticaria.... The drug is only used when prescribed by a specialist doctor. Understanding the use and use of drugs helps patients better understand the mechanism of action of the drug.
1. Aligic uses of drugs
Aligic is a drug belonging to the group of histamine H1 receptor antagonists, sedatives, a product manufactured by BV Pharma Joint Stock Company.
The drug is in the form of film-coated tablets and has 2 packing specifications as follows:
Bottle form, each box contains 200 tablets Blister form, each box contains 2 blisters of 25 tablets/blister Each Aligic tablet contains The main active ingredient is Alimemazine (in the form of Alimemazine tartrate) 5mg content and some other excipients. The ingredient Alimemazine in Aligic is a phenothiazine derivative, which has strong antihistamine, antiserotonergic, sedative, antiemetic, and cough suppressant effects.
The drug works by competing with free histamine for binding to HA receptors, this antagonizes most of the effects of histamine, thereby reducing symptoms such as itching, urticaria,...
Aligic Therefore, it is used for the following specific cases:
Pre-anesthesia before surgery. Respiratory allergies (itching, sneezing, runny nose, rhinitis). Skin allergies (itching, urticaria). Children vomiting frequently Insomnia in adults and children. Cough at night In addition, this medicine may be prescribed for other indications.
2. How to use Aligic?
The usual recommended dose for each specific indication is:
In antihistamines and antitussives: For adults: 5-40mg daily, taken 2 or 3 times a day (may be less if you are over 65 years old. ). In case of persistent disease, the dose can be increased to 100mg per day. For children over 2 years old, take 2.5 to 5mg each time, take 3 or 4 times a day. Treatment of insomnia in adults use a dose of 5 to 20mg, in children, per kg body weight use from 0. 25 to 0.5mg per day. Drink before going to sleep. In the treatment of severe night awakenings, a dose of 30 to 60 mg may be used. Pre-operative anesthesia in adults usually uses Alimemazine injection form, in children from 2 to 7 years old, the highest dose is 2 mg per kg body weight, administered 1 to 2 hours before anesthesia. Drink before going to sleep. If you also need to take Aligic during the day, take those doses after a meal.
If you miss a dose:
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose of Aligic, skip the missed dose and take it according to the old schedule. Do not take 2 doses at the same time or add more doses. If you think an overdose has occurred, call your doctor or get medical attention right away. Be ready to tell about your symptoms, how long they took, and how much medication you've taken.
3. What should be noted when using Aligic?
Do not use the drug for any of the following cases of Aligic contraindications:
Liver/kidney dysfunction Epilepsy Parkinson's disease Hypothyroidism Adrenal tumors Myasthenia gravis Prostatic hypertrophy. Hypersensitivity to Phenothiazines Ever had narrow angle glaucoma. Overdose due to barbiturates, opiates and alcohol. People who are in a coma or have taken large amounts of CNS depressants. People with leukopenia, when there has been an episode of agranulocytosis. Children under 2 years old or dehydrated Use caution when using the drug in people with asthma, cardiovascular disease, epilepsy, pyelonephritis - duodenal ulcer, peptic ulcer; family history of sudden infant death syndrome, the child has a history of sleep apnea.
If you are 65 years of age or older, use this medicine carefully, as more side effects may be experienced.
Avoid driving or doing other focused tasks or actions until you are sure you are no longer affected by the side effects of the drug.
Avoid taking this medicine for pregnant or nursing mothers
Avoid drinking alcohol or using other CNS depressants while using Aligic .
Some drugs can interact when used with Aligic such as: anticholinergic drugs, Amphetamine, Levodopa, Clonidine, Guanethidine, Adrenalin, Parkinson's disease drugs, Lithium,...
4. Side effects of the drug Aligic
Besides the necessary effect, Aligic may also cause the following side effects:
Signs of an allergic reaction (rash, hives, redness, itching, swelling, blistering) , peeling fever or no fever; wheezing; chest tightness; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, throat, face, or lips Dizziness or unconsciousness Seizures Difficulty controlling body movements, convulsions, difficulty swallowing/speaking The above are the main uses of Aligic, patients should carefully read the instructions before use and Follow the instructions of a specialist for the best results.
