Actidil Elixir 1.25 mg/5 mL 60 mL works by blocking certain natural substances (histamines) responsible for causing an allergic reaction.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Actidil Elixir 1.25 mg/5 mL 60 mL

Drowsiness severe

Dry mouth

Anorexia severe

Nausea and Vomiting

Headache severe

Dizziness severe

Blurred vision severe

Heartburn severe

Urinary retention severe

Uses of Actidil Elixir 1.25 mg/5 mL 60 mL
What is it prescribed for?

Upper respiratory allergies
This medicine is used for the temporary relief of rhinorrhea, sneezing, itchy nose, itchy throat, sore throat, etc. caused by allergic rhinitis and other upper respiratory allergies.

Concerns

Frequently asked questions

Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is about 15 to 60 minutes after an oral administration.

Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is about 4 to 8 hours.

Safe with Alchohol?
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with this medicine due to an increase in the risk of depression, impaired judgment, and impaired thinking. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness like driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you consume alcohol during treatment with this medicine.

Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.

Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Actidil Elixir 1.25 mg/5 mL 60 mL or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Sedatives or tranquilizers
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients undergoing treatment with sedatives or tranquilizers due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.

Warnings

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the benefits and risks should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition.

General Warnings

CNS depression
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of CNS disorders due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

Drowsiness
This medicine may cause drowsiness in some patients, which may decrease over time. It is advised that you do not perform any activities that require high mental alertness such as driving a vehicle or operating heavy machinery if you experience drowsiness during treatment with this medicine.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions
Interaction with Medicines

Amitriptyline moderate

Citalopram moderate

Amantadine moderate

Azatadine moderate

Alprazolam moderate

Disease interactions

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of asthma/COPD due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

moderatemoderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of liver diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition.

General Instructions

Take this medicine exactly as instructed by your doctor. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised. Inform the doctor immediately if you experience any undesirable side effects. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Other details

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Causes sleepiness

References

drugbank –
Triprolidine [Internet].
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2021