The active ingredient in Mizollen is mizolastine, an antihistamine. It is used to get relief from the symptoms of hay fever in children over 12 years of age as well as adults. Urticarial or itchy, nettle-type rash in adults and children over 12 years of age is relieved by Mizollen.
if you have liver problems if you have heart problems if you have ever had an irregular heart beat or a slow heart rate if you have an abnormal ECG (electrical recording of your heart beat) if you are already taking medicines for an irregular heart
Do not take this medicine if you can relate yourself to any of the below problems; - if you are allergic to mizolastine or any other ingredients present in the medicine - If you are undergoing treatment with imidazole antifungal - If you are undergoing treatment with macrolide antibiotics like azithromycin, erythromycin, or clarithromycin - If you are suffering from any liver problems - If you are suffering from any heart problems like irregular heart beat or abnormal electrical recordings or slow heart rate - If you are already undergoing treatment for slow heart beat and taking medication
Mizollen can cause side effects, but they do not appear in everyone who takes this medication. The most serious and rare side effect of Mizollen is an allergic reaction to the drug. One may develop swelling of the face, lips, tongue, throat that leads to difficulty in breathing. Contact your doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.
Some of the common side effects include: - dry mouth - stomach pain - indigestion - increased appetite that leads to weight gain - nausea
Some may experience uncommon side effects such as: - anxiety - depression - low blood pressure - fast or irregular heart rate - joint and muscle pain
Mizollen tablets should be taken exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not brake, chew or crush the tablet. This will affect its modified-release action.
The usual dose of Mizollen for adults and children over 12 years of age is 10mg daily. If you take more than required, you should contact your doctor immediately.
A forgotten dose should be taken as soon as you remember it. Never take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
One may feel sleepy after taking this medicine. Thus, one should avoid driving or using heavy machinery or doing work where one has to remain alert.
You can take Mizollen with food or in between meals. Although, Mizollen is not affected by the effects of alcohol, one should avoid drinking when taking this medicine.
Do not take Mizollen along with other medications without informing your doctor such as: - Antibiotic like erythromycin, azithromycin or clarithromycin - Imidazole medicines
If you use these medications, you should inform your doctor beforehand: - Cimetidine - Ciclosporin - Nifedipine
Mizollen is a modified-release tablet. It contains mizolastine as the active ingredient. This type of medicine is called as antihistamine. It works by preventing the action of histamine that causes allergic symptoms. These symptoms include watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing and nasal congestion.
