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Alimemazine is an anti-allergic agent and is somewhat used in the treatment of insomnia. This active ingredient is in the drug Thelizin 5mg. So how should patients use Thelizin and what should be paid attention to in the course of taking the drug?1. What is Thelizin?
Thelizin 5mg contains the active ingredient Alimemazine tartrate 6.25mg, equivalent to Alimemazine 5mg. Therefore, many patients search for this product under the name Thelizin 6.25mg. This product is available in the form of film-coated tablets.
2. What are the uses of Thelizin?
Thelizin is indicated for the treatment of the following conditions:
Allergic respiratory conditions such as rhinitis, sneezing, runny nose; Skin allergies: itching, urticaria; Insomnia in children and adults. In addition to the indications recommended by the manufacturer, Thelizin can be prescribed by a doctor in some special cases.
3. Instructions for using Thelizin 5mg
The information on the instructions for use of the drug according to the manufacturer's recommendations is not a complete substitute for the advice of a doctor. Patients should always consult their doctor or pharmacist before deciding to use Thelizin or any other preparation.
3.1. Dosage The dosage of Thelizin for adults is specifically recommended as follows:
Skin allergies, urticaria, pruritic papules: The recommended dose is 10mg/time (equivalent to 2 Thelizin 5mg tablets), 2-3 times /day. The maximum daily dose can be up to 100mg in cases of persistent symptoms, difficult to cure completely. In case the patient is elderly, the dose of Thelizin should be reduced to 10mg/time, 1-2 times/day. Thelizin dose has anti-histamine effect, relieves cough: The recommended dose is from 5-40mg per day (equivalent to 1 tablet of Thelinzin 5mg), divided into several times of use; Dosage of Thelizin to induce sleep: The recommended dose is 5-20mg (1 to 4 Thelizin 5mg tablets) taken at bedtime. Dosage of Thelizin in children:
It is not recommended to use Thelizin for children under 2 years old; Children over 2 years old use Thelizin only as prescribed by a doctor. 3.2. Instructions on how to use Thelizin 6.25mg Thelizin is prepared in the form of film-coated tablets for oral use, so it is best for patients not to break, crush or chew the tablet when taking it; Patients should carefully read the instructions for use of the drug before use. If you have any questions or problems, you can talk to your pharmacist or doctor for specific instructions. 3.3. Thelizin overdose and its management: Symptoms of Thelizin overdose may include somnolence or loss of consciousness, hypotension, increased heart rate, ECG changes, ventricular arrhythmias, and hypothermia. In addition, the patient may also develop severe extrapyramidal reactions; In case of overdose of Thelizin, the patient needs to stop the drug immediately, then contact the Emergency Center 115 or go directly to the nearest local health station. If you miss a dose of Thelizin, take it as soon as possible when you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and keep taking it as scheduled. Do not take a double dose to make up for it.
4. Thelizin 5mg . side effects
The frequency of undesirable effects of Thelizin 5mg depends on the dose, duration and indications of the doctor. Common side effects include:
Fatigue, headache, dizziness; Dry mouth, thick phlegm. Some of the less common side effects of Thelizin 5mg include:
Constipation ; urinary retention; Eye accommodation disorder; In addition, Thelizin can cause some serious but very rare side effects such as:
Agranulocytosis; Lower blood pressure, increase heart rate; Hepatitis, jaundice due to cholestasis; Extrapyramidal symptoms, Parkinsonian myoclonic tremor, restlessness, acute dystonia, tardive dyskinesia; The above is not a complete list of all unwanted side effects of Thelizin. If you experience any other undesirable effects, the patient should stop taking Thelizin and notify the doctor immediately.
5. Some cautions when taking Thelizin 5mg
Thelizin is contraindicated for use in the following cases:
Patients with liver and kidney dysfunction, epilepsy, Parkinson's, hypothyroidism, pheochromocytoma, myasthenia gravis and prostate enlargement ; People allergic to Phenothiazines or a history of narrow-angle glaucoma; Barbituric, opioid and alcohol overdose users; Persons with leukopenia or a history of agranulocytosis. Thelizin should be used with caution in the elderly, especially when it is too hot or too cold due to the increased risk of excessive hyperthermia or hypothermia. In addition, the elderly are prone to orthostatic hypotension, so care should be taken when using this product.
The active ingredient Alimemazine can cause jaundice and extrapyramidal symptoms in children whose mothers used Thelizin during pregnancy. Therefore, it is not recommended to use Thelizin in pregnant women, unless directed by a doctor.
Alimemazine can be excreted in breast milk, so mothers should not take Thelizin while breastfeeding or conversely, breast-feeding should be stopped when this medicine is indicated.
During the first time of treatment with Thelizin, patients may experience excessive drowsiness, so it is not recommended to drive or do jobs that require alertness.
6. Drug interactions of Thelazin
Drug interactions are influencing factors and can alter the ability of drugs to work when taken together or increase the risk of side effects. In order to avoid drug interactions when treated with Thelizin, patients should make a list of all medications they are taking (including prescription, non-prescription, herbal and functional foods) and discuss them. with your doctor or pharmacist to look for harmful interactions. To ensure safety when using Thelizin, patients should not arbitrarily add, stop or change the dose of any medicine without the permission of the doctor.
Some drugs can cause interactions when used with Thelizin, including:
Barbiturates and other sedatives; Antihypertensive drugs, especially Alpha-Adrenergic receptor blockers; Anticholinergic active ingredients; Amphetamine, Levodopa, Clonidine, Guanethidine, Adrenalin; Antacids, drugs to treat Parkinson's or lithium. In addition, food, alcohol, and tobacco can interact with certain medications, including Thelizin product. The CNS depressant effect of Thelizin will be increased when taken with alcohol. Patients should consult their doctor about using Thelizin with food, alcohol and tobacco.
Health status is a factor that may affect the use of Thelizin . Patients should tell their doctor if they have any of the health problems mentioned in the above sections.
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