Foristal 1 mg Tablet belongs to the 'antihistamine' class of drugs, primarily used to treat allergic reactions like urticaria, allergies of the upper respiratory tract like hay fever and perennial rhinitis, food and drug allergies, eczema (itchy inflamed skin), and pruritus (an irritating sensation that causes an urge to itch) in eruptive skin diseases. Allergy is an immune response produced by the body when exposed to foreign substances called allergens. Urticaria is a medical condition associated with skin rash triggered by food, medicine, and other allergens. Perennial rhinitis is an inflammatory condition characterised by nasal obstruction, sneezing, itching, and runny nose. 

Foristal 1 mg Tablet contains Dimetindene, which is an antihistamine/anticholinergic/anti-pruritic drug. It works by inhibiting the action of histamine. Histamines are chemical messengers that are released due to an allergic response in the body. These chemicals are known to cause allergies like itching, runny nose, sneezing and itchy eyes.

Your doctor will advise on how often you take Foristal 1 mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some common side effects of Foristal 1 mg Tablet include drowsiness, headache, rash, nausea, excitability, fluid retention, fever, dry mouth and redness of the face. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If they persist longer, please seek medical advice. 

Please do not use Foristal 1 mg Tablet without consulting your doctor if you have any heart, liver and kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to Foristal 1 mg Tablet and its components. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Foristal 1 mg Tablet if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Avoid driving or operating machines since Foristal 1 mg Tablet can cause drowsiness and dizziness. Alcohol consumption may increase the side effects of Foristal 1 mg Tablet , hence limit or avoid its intake during the course.

Foristal 1 mg Tablet contains Dimetindene, an antihistamine/anticholinergic drug. It treats signs and symptoms of allergic reactions like urticaria, eczema and pruritus in eruptive skin diseases. It is also used to treat allergies of the upper respiratory tract like hay fever and perennial rhinitis, food and drug allergies. Foristal 1 mg Tablet works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical that causes allergic symptoms like itching, runny nose, sneezing and itchy eyes.

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Rash
• Nausea
• Excitability
• Fluid retention
• Fever
• Dry mouth
• Redness of the face

Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Foristal 1 mg Tablet . Before taking Foristal 1 mg Tablet , let your doctor know if have a history of heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, urinary retention problems like prostatic enlargement, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, fits, and allergic reactions to Foristal 1 mg Tablet or other medicines. It is advised to check with your doctor before using Foristal 1 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or currently breastfeeding. Avoid driving or operating machines since Foristal 1 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and affect your ability to drive. Alcohol consumption may also intensify side effects like drowsiness, hence limit or avoid its intake during the course. Foristal 1 mg Tablet is not recommended for infants less than one month of age, particularly premature infants.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Foristal 1 mg Tablet may interact with other antihistamine drugs and depression medicines.

Drug-Food Interaction: Consumption of alcohol while using Foristal 1 mg Tablet increases the risk of drowsiness. Hence avoid or limit the intake of alcohol.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Brief your medical history to the doctor if you have any heart, liver or kidney diseases, glaucoma, urinary retention problems like prostatic enlargement, bronchial asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases, and fits before starting Foristal 1 mg Tablet .

• Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals.
• Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep. 
• Try to maintain good hygiene to keep your skin clean and irritant-free.
• Know your allergy triggers, such as pollen, dust and other factors.
• Avoid alcohol and limit caffeine consumption.
• Take plenty of liquids to avoid dehydration and dry mouth.

• Regularly monitor your blood pressure and blood glucose levels while using Foristal 1 mg Tablet .
• Inform your doctor that you are using Foristal 1 mg Tablet if you are advised any blood and urine examinations.

Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens,' which release 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat etc.

Urticaria is a medical condition associated with skin rash triggered by food, medicine, and other allergens.

Perennial rhinitis is an inflammatory condition characterised by nasal obstruction, sneezing, itching, and runny nose.

Eczema is an itchy inflammation of the skin that causes inflamed, itchy, cracked, and rough skin.

Pruritus is characterised by an irritating sensation that causes the urge to scratch the affected area.

Itching is caused by various conditions like hair regrowth, sunburns, insect bites, dry skin or healing wounds.