৳ 30
৳ 3 /unit
৳ 30
৳ 3 /unit
Description
Bexidal 50 mg is a tablet manufactured by Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. in Bangladesh. Its active ingredient is Mebhydrolin Napadisylate.
Indications
- Bexidal is indicated in-
- Allergic disease or symptoms such as urticaria
- Pruritus of various origin
- Eczema
- Itching
- Drug rash
- Insect bites
- Allergic conjunctivitis
- Dermatitis of nutritional origin
- Hay fever
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Allergic asthma.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of Mebhydrolin tablet or to mebhydrolin
- Prostatic hypertrophy, narrow-angle glaucoma.
- First trimester of pregnancy.
Pharmacology
Mebhydrolin diminishes or abolishes the main actions of histamine in the body by blocking of histamine receptors.
Dosage & Administration
- Adults and children over 10 years: 2-6 tablets daily
- Children-
- 5-10 years: 2-4 tablets daily
- 2-5 years: 1-3 tablets daily
- Up to 2 years: 1-2 tablets daily
- Treatment should be given in several single doses daily. Mebhydrolin may be swallowed during or shortly after meals. For children, the tablet may be crushed and mixed with food.
Interaction
The effects of atropine and tricyclic anti-depressants may be enhanced by Bexidal. It may mask the warning symptoms of damage caused by ototoxic drugs.
Side Effects
Lassitude, dizziness, hypotension, muscular weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or constipation, epigastric pain, headache, blurred vision, tinnitus, depression, nightmares, anorexia, dryness of the mouth, tightness of the chest, tingling, sedation, drowsiness etc. may occur.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Safety in pregnancy and lactation has not been established.
Precautions & Warnings
The substance may cause drowsiness, if affected, driving or operating machinery & alcoholic drinks should be avoided.
Use in Special Populations
Safety in pregnancy and lactation has not been established.
Therapeutic Class
Sedating Anti-histamine
Storage Conditions
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Disclaimer: This information is for reference only. Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
At a glance
Mebhydrolin Napadisylate is an antihistamine used for allergic conditions. It blocks histamine receptors to relieve itching, rash, and inflammation.
Indications
- Urticaria
- Pruritus of various origin
- Eczema
- Drug rash
- Insect bites
- Allergic conjunctivitis
- Dermatitis of nutritional origin
- Hay fever
- Vasomotor rhinitis
- Allergic asthma
Pharmacology
Mebhydrolin Napadisylate blocks histamine receptors to reduce or eliminate the main actions of histamine in the body, relieving allergic reactions.
Dosage
Adults and Children over 10 years: 2-6 tablets daily (in divided doses)
Children (5-10 years): 2-4 tablets daily
Children (2-5 years): 1-3 tablets daily
Children (up to 2 years): 1-2 tablets daily
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Drowsiness, sedation
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Hypotension
- Muscle weakness
- Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation
- Epigastric pain
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Tinnitus, depression, nightmares
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Do not use in first trimester; caution in second and third trimesters.
Precautions & warnings
- May cause drowsiness; caution when driving or operating machinery
- Avoid alcohol (may increase sedation)
- Caution in prostatic hypertrophy, narrow-angle glaucoma
- Do not use in first trimester of pregnancy
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause CNS depression or paradoxical stimulation; symptomatic treatment.
Storage conditions
Store below 30°C, away from light and moisture; keep out of reach of children.