Amvil 25mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication used to treat allergic conditions (such as hay fever, drug rashes, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy, etc.), respiratory tract conditions, and other skin conditions.

Amvil 25mg Tablet is also used to treat and prevent motion sickness, symptoms of Meniere’s disease (such as nausea, vomiting, and vertigo), and other associated labyrinthine disturbances. It should be used as per the instruction of your doctor. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you.

The most common side effect of this medicine is sedation. This effect usually disappears after a few days if tolerance is acquired. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity if you experience sleepiness after taking this medicine. If this side effect bothers you or appears serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may cause dry mouth, so it is advised to drink more water, always carry sugar candy, or maintain oral hygiene.

Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma, asthma issues, or high blood pressure. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking, as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.

Uses of Amvil Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions
Treatment and prevention of Meniere's disease
Vertigo
Appetite stimulant
Treatment of Respiratory disease with excessive mucus
Morning sickness
Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
Motion sickness

Benefits of Amvil Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Amvil 25mg Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well.

It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Amvil 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 Amvil

Sedation

How to use Amvil 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. Amvil 25mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Amvil Tablet works

Amvil 25mg Tablet is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This relieves symptoms of severe allergic reactions due to insect bite/sting, certain medicines, hives (rashes, swelling, etc).

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Amvil 25mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Amvil 25mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Amvil 25mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Amvil 25mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Amvil 25mg 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 Amvil 25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Amvil 25mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Amvil Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Amvil 25mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Amvil 25mg Tablet

₹3.33/Tablet

Avil 25 Tablet

Sanofi India Ltd

₹0.73/tablet

78% cheaper

Eralet 25mg Tablet

Maxzimaa Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

₹1.23/tablet

63% cheaper

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pyridines Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

DERMA

Action Class

First-Generation H1 Antihistamines

Interaction with drugs

Taking Amvil with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Ketamine (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent administration may cause a decreased breathing rate, heart rate, and loss of consciousness. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and a... More

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may increase the risk of low blood pressure, slow breathing, slow pulse, disorientation, dizziness, sleepiness, and/or dilated pupils. Do not drive or do anything r... More

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route) Moderate

Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high blood pressure. Do not take Tranylcypromine with Pheniramine. If concurrent use is essential, talk to... More

Betahistine (Oral Route) Mild

Pheniramine may block the action of Betahistine. Take Pheniramine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor.

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Patient concerns

Liv 52 Kis conditions me use karna chahiye

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

In liver disease, lack of appetite, as adjuvant to antibiotics and many other

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

FAQs

Can I take paracetamol with Amvil 25mg Tablet?

Yes, paracetamol can be taken with Amvil 25mg Tablet. They are used together in conditions when the patient has a fever along with symptoms of allergy (like running nose, tearing of eyes etc).

Can Amvil 25mg Tablet cause sleep?

Amvil 25mg Tablet has strong sleep-inducing effects. It is therefore not prescribed if a person is involved in any work that requires mental alertness.

Can Amvil 25mg Tablet cause weight loss?

No, Amvil 25mg Tablet is not known to cause weight loss.

Are Amvil 25mg Tablet and chlorpheniramine same?

No, Amvil 25mg Tablet and Chlorpheniramine are not same. They are similar in chemical structure and both are older antihistaminics. Amvil 25mg Tablet does not contain chlorine in it whereas Chlorpheniramine does. However, both are used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

Can I take vitamin C with Amvil 25mg Tablet?

Yes, vitamin C has a role in improving the immunity so it is given with Amvil 25mg Tablet for relieving the symptoms of common cold. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.

Can the use of Amvil 25mg Tablet increase blood pressure?

Amvil 25mg Tablet does not cause an increase in blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood pressure after taking Amvil 25mg Tablet as it would require proper diagnosis and treatment.

Is Amvil 25mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Amvil 25mg Tablet is not a steroid. It is an antihistaminic medicine used in the treatment of some allergic conditions.

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