Ebanex 5 mg/5 ml (Syrup)

Indications

• Seasonal and Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
• Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria

Pharmacology

Ebastine is a long-acting and selective H1-histamine receptor antagonist.

Dosage & Administration

• Tablet:
  • Adults (more than 12 years of age): 10 mg (one tablet) once daily
  • Children (6-12 years of age): 5 mg (half tablet) once daily
• Syrup:
  • Children (2-5 years of age): 2.5 ml once daily (up to 5 ml in severe cases such as Perennial Allergic Rhinitis)
  • Children (6-12 years of age): 5 ml once daily (up to 10 ml in severe cases such as Perennial Allergic Rhinitis)
• Usability: Ebastine may be taken with or without food

Interaction

Ebanex in combination with either ketoconazole or erythromycin increases in plasma level of Ebanex and prolonged QTc interval.

Contraindications

Patients with a known hypersensitivity to Ebastine or any of its ingredients.

Side Effects

• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Drowsiness
• Abdominal pain
• Dyspepsia
• Nausea
• Insomnia

Overdose Effects

No clinically meaningful signs or symptoms observed up to 100 mg given once daily. Gastric lavage, monitoring of vital functions including ECG and symptomatic treatment should be carried out in case of accidental overdoses.

Therapeutic Class

Non-sedating antihistamines

Storage Conditions

Store below 30°C at a cool and dry place, away from light. Keep out of reach of children

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