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Longifene Tablet

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Product introduction

Longifene Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat various allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis and urticaria. It is also used for prevention and treatment of nausea or vomiting associated with motion sickness.

Longifene Tablet is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.

Benefits of Longifene Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Longifene Tablet is used to treat many different inflammatory and allergic conditions including conjunctivitis and conditions which affect the skin such as urticaria. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.
This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

In Treatment of Motion sickness

Motion sickness is a condition caused due to motion during travel. You may experience spinning sensation (vertigo), nausea or vomiting as a result of this condition. Longifene Tablet helps treat these symptoms effectively. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side effects of Longifene Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Longifene

  • Sleepiness

How to use Longifene Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Longifene Tablet is to be taken with food.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Longifene Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Longifene Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Longifene Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Longifene Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Longifene Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Longifene Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

  • Longifene Tablet relieves symptoms of allergic conditions such as rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and urticaria.
  • It may also be used for the prevention and treatment of nausea and vomiting associated with motion sickness.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Longifene Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Longifene Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
  • Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Piperazine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)

Patient concerns

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My daughter who is 3+ did not like to eat anything solid except for liquids. Kindly suggest a digestive appetizer so that she will feel hunger. I just brought longifene buclizine syrup for her. Is this right medicin . Kindly suggest?
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Please consult Dr. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatmentBuclizine is indicated for the prophylaxis of nausea, vomiting, and dizziness associated with motion sickness
To feel giddy sometimes during driving
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
Take tab avomine for motion sickness
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FAQs

Can Longifene Tablet be used as an appetite stimulant?

No, the Indian government has banned the use of Longifene Tablet as an appetite stimulant [Gazette notification S.O. 6161(E)]. There are no studies available to show its rational use for increasing hunger. Longifene Tablet is used for relieving various symptoms of allergy and motion sickness.

Can I feel sleepy after using Longifene Tablet?

Yes, Longifene Tablet can make you feel sleepy. Avoid driving, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities till you know how this medicine affects you.

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References

  1. Mayo Clinic. Buclizine. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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Name: Mankind Pharma Ltd
Address: 208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
Country of origin: United states

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