Triprolidine
Description
Triprolidine is a sedating antihistamine used for the temporary relief of a runny nose, sneezing, itchy nose, itchy throat, sore throat, etc. caused by allergic rhinitis and other upper respiratory allergies.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Triprolidine
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Anorexia
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Heartburn
- Urinary retention
Uses of Triprolidine
What is it prescribed for?
- Upper respiratory allergies
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is about 15 to 60 minutes after an oral administration.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is about 4 to 8 hours.
- Safe with alcohol?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.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to triprolidine 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 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.
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.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
N/A
Instructions
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.
Interaction with Medicine
Amitriptyline
Citalopram
Amantadine
Azatadine
Alprazolam
Disease interactions
Asthma/ COPD
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.
Liver Disease
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.
Renal Diseases
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.
Cardiovascular disease
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.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
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.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by blocking certain natural substances (histamines) responsible for causing an allergic reaction.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Antihistamines
Schedule
N/A
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DailyMed - Triprolidine hydrochloride liquid [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2017 [cited 19 October 2017]. Available from:
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Information on this page was last updated on 1 Nov 2017
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