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Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:36 PM IST
Avil 50 mg Tablet is an antiallergic medicine used in the treatment of allergic conditions, motion/travel sickness, and Meniere's disease. It contains pheniramine maleate which works by inhibiting the action of histamine (chemical messenger) responsible for allergy. Common side effects include injection site reactions, drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, stinging, etc.
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Manufacturer/Marketer

Sanofi India Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

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About Avil 50 mg Tablet

Avil 50 mg Tablet is used to treat allergic conditions such as hayfever, runny nose, allergic conjunctivitis, vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis, and itching skin conditions. Additionally, Avil 50 mg Tablet is also used to prevent and treat motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and vertigo due to Menière's disease and other labyrinthine disturbances.

Avil 50 mg Tablet contains Pheniramine maleate, which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine', which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby Avil 50 mg Tablet treats allergic conditions.

You are advised to take Avil 50 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, Avil 50 mg Tablet may cause side effects, such as drowsiness, dizziness, diarrhoea, stomach pain, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently. 

Do not take Avil 50 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avil 50 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, so drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Avil 50 mg Tablet . Avil 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 5 years. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Avil 50 mg Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions, Motion/travel sickness, and Meniere's disease

Medicinal Benefits

Avil 50 mg Tablet belongs to the class of medications called 'anti-histamine' primarily used to treat allergic conditions, such as hayfever, runny nose, allergic conjunctivitis, rashes, serum sickness, food allergy, vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis, and itching skin conditions, such as neurodermatitis, eczema, lichen planus, urticaria, pruritis, and radiation sickness. Additionally, Avil 50 mg Tablet is also used to prevent and treat motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and vertigo due to Menière's disease and other labyrinthine disturbances. Avil 50 mg Tablet contains Pheniramine maleate, which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine', which is responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby Avil 50 mg Tablet treats allergic conditions.

Directions for Use

Take Avil 50 mg Tablet with or soon after food. Avoid taking it on an empty stomach. Swallow the medicine as a whole with water. Do not crush, chew, or break it. If prescribed for motion/travel sickness, take it at least 30 minutes before travelling.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Avil 50 mg Tablet

  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Dry mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Avil 50 mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have prostatic hypertrophy (prostate gland enlargement), or if you are taking MAO inhibitors. Inform your doctor if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma, severe cardiovascular disease, kidney or liver problems. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avil 50 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, so drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avil 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 5 years, newborns and premature infants. The anti-emetic effect of Avil 50 mg Tablet may mask the signs of other conditions; therefore, keep your doctor informed about your medical history.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform the doctor if you are taking MAO inhibitors, CNS depressants, or anticholinergic (atropine).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions were found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform the doctor if you have an enlarged prostate, narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma or severe cardiovascular diseases.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ATROPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

  • Rest well; get optimum sleep.

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.

  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.  

Special Advise

Avil 50 mg Tablet has the potential for abuse due to CNS (central nervous system) stimulating effects of antihistamines. Therefore take Avil 50 mg Tablet only as prescribed by the doctor.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Allergy: An allergy is a condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to foreign substances, such as pollen, dust mites, mould spores, food, pet dander, insect stings, and medicines/drugs. The common types of allergies include drug allergy, food allergy, contact dermatitis, latex allergy, allergic asthma, seasonal allergy, animal allergy, and anaphylaxis (severe allergy). Symptoms can range from mild rashes, hives, itching, watery eyes/nose, or runny nose to severe allergic reactions, which could be life-threatening.

Motion/travel sickness: Motion/travel sickness is feeling sick while travelling. It is the disturbance of the inner ear caused by repetitive motion from a vehicle or any other movement that disturbs the inner ear. Symptoms include vomiting, nausea, and dizziness.

Meniere's disease: It is an inner ear disorder that causes episodes of vertigo (spinning sensation), which could lead to severe nausea and imbalance. Symptoms include vertigo, hearing loss, tinnitus (ringing sound in the ear), and ear pressure.

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Avil 50 mg Tablet .

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is not known if Avil 50 mg Tablet passes into breast milk. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Avil 50 mg Tablet may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Please consult your doctor if you have liver impairment/problems before starting Avil 50 mg Tablet .

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Kidney

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you have kidney impairment before starting Avil 50 mg Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Avil 50 mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 5 years. Avil 50 mg Tablet should be given to children above 5 years only if advised by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

CT Survey No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072.
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FAQs

Avil 50 mg Tablet is used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever, runny nose, allergic conjunctivitis, vasomotor rhinitis, acute rhinitis, and itching skin conditions. Additionally, it is also used to prevent and treat motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and vertigo due to Menière's disease and other labyrinthine disturbances.
Avil 50 mg Tablet works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger called 'histamine' responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby Avil 50 mg Tablet treats allergic conditions.
Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help stimulate saliva and thereby prevent drying of the mouth.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Avil 50 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any difficulty while taking Avil 50 mg Tablet , please consult your doctor.
Avil 50 mg Tablet may cause diarrhoea. Drink plenty of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you have diarrhoea. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult a doctor.
MAO inhibitors may prolong and intensify the effect of Avil 50 mg Tablet . Therefore, do not take Avil 50 mg Tablet with MAO inhibitors (drugs used to treat depression). Consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

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