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Overview
POLOSTAN 2MG TAB is a Schedule H drug.POLOSTAN 2MG TAB is composed of: DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE (2.0 MG)
It is used to ease allergy signs. Dexchlorpheniramine is used in the treatment of Rhinitis, and Urticaria. Dexchlorpheniramine is a potent S-enantiomer of chlorpheniramine. The salt form dexchlorpheniramine maleate as the active ingredient is available as a prescription drug indicated for adjuctive therapy for allergic and anaphylactic reactions. It is an antihistamine drug with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative actions. It disrupts histamine signalling by competing with histamine for cell receptor sites on effector cells.
Usage
DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Rhinitis, UrticariaFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month
Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe
Precautions for POLOSTAN 2MG TAB and its Constituents
- If you have asthma discuss with doctor.
- If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take dexchlorpheniramine.
- Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects.
- Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how dexchlorpheniramine affects you.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking dexchlorpheniramine.
- If you are 65 or older, use dexchlorpheniramine with care. You could have more side effects.
Common Side-Effects
DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE : Skin Rash, Dry Skin, Itchy Skin, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Dizziness, Confusion, Ringing In Ears, Loose Motion, Constipation, Dry Mouth, Nervousness, Abdomen PainDisease Interactions
DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal FailureTechnical Classification
DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTSAvailable Alternatives for POLOSTAN 2MG TAB
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| ALERMINE 2MG TAB | INR 12 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| ATMINIC 2MG TAB | INR 10.5 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| DEXODIL 2MG TAB | INR 18 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| DIOMINIC 2MG TAB | INR 9.67 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| POLARAMINE 2MG TAB | INR 15.98 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| POLOSTAN 2MG TAB | INR 26.18 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| SYNRAMINE 2MG TAB | INR 11.78 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| ALDEX 6MG TAB SR | INR 32.13 for 10 TABLET SR | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| CHERICOLD CAP | INR for | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE NAN |
| CHERICOLD CAPULE | INR 15 for 10 CAPSULES | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| COLDHIT SUSP | INR 38 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| COLDHIT TAB | INR 32 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| COLDOUT CAP | INR 11.25 for 10 CAPSULES | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| CORRECTAL DPS | INR 42.2 for 15 ML DROP | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE |
| CORRECTAL PEAD DPS | INR 31.46 for 15 ML DROP | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE |
| CORRECTAL TAB | INR 26.46 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| CORTIFLAM D TAB | INR 10.5 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE | |
| DEXCPM 6MG TAB SR | INR 34.6 for 10 TABLET SR | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| DEXODIL 6MG TAB SR | INR 40 for 10 TABLET SR | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| DIOMINIC 6MG TAB | INR 9.67 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| DIOMINIC 6MG TAB SR | INR 21.67 for 10 TABLET SR | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| DIOMINIC D TAB | INR 8.63 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| DIOWIN TAB | INR 15.51 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| EPHACI CAP | INR 19.12 for 10 CAPSULES | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| LUPICOLD FORTE TAB | INR 6.52 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| LUPICOLD SYP | INR 24 for 60 ML SYRUP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| LUPICOLD TAB | INR 5.92 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| NCOLD SYP | INR 11.25 for 60 ML SYRUP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| NCOLD TAB | INR 29 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| NOCOLD DPS | INR 45 for 15 ML DROP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| NUMINIC SYP | INR 32.25 for 60 ML SYRUP | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE |
| NUMINIC TAB | INR 23.55 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE |
| POLARAMINE 2.5MG TAB | INR 16 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG |
| POLARAMINE 6MG TAB | INR 15.4 for 10 TABLETS | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| POLOSTAN SR 6MG TAB SR | INR 30.25 for 10 TABLET SR | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE 6.0 MG |
| RELICOLD CR CAP CR | INR 15.56 for 10 CAPSULE CR | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| SNEEZ BYE SYP | INR 48 for 60 ML SYRUP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| TRIAMINIC DPS | INR 50.47 for 15 ML DROP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| TRIAMINIC SYPUP | INR 49.56 for 60 ML SYRUP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| TRIAMINIC TAB | INR 23.5 for 10 TABLETS | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| TRITUS DPS | INR 21.68 for 15 ML DROP | PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE |
| X COLD SYP | INR 26 for 60 ML SYRUP | DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE |