Tag: Antihistamines H1

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Histex, Vanahist PD, Histex PD Drops, M-Hist PD, Vanaclear PD Antihistamines, 1st Generation Description First generation histamine-1 receptor antagonist Indications Indicated for temporary relief of rhinorrhea, sneezing, itchy nose, throat, or eyes owing to have fever or other upper respiratory allergies or allergic rhinitis Contraindications Patients taking sedatives…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Promethazine DM Antitussives, Non-narcotic Combos Description Oral non-opioid antitussive and phenothiazine class sedating antihistamine combinationUsed to relieve cough and upper respiratory symptoms of allergy or common coldBoxed warning against use of promethazine in pediatric patients less than 2 years of age due to respiratory depression, including fatalities…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Phenergan, Phenadoz Antiemetic Agents;  Antihistamines, 1st Generation Description Phenothiazine derivative with primarily antihistaminic effects and also has antiemetic, anticholinergic, sedative actionsNot an effective neuroleptic; used in cough and cold products for antihistaminic actions; also commonly used for post-operative nausea/vomitingContraindicated in pediatric patients less than 2 years of age…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Patanase, Pataday, Patanol, Pazeo Allergy, Intranasal;  Antihistamines, Intranasal Description Ophthamic and nasal antihistamine (H1-blocker) and mast cell stabilizerOphthalmic solution for prevention of ocular pruritus due to allergic conjunctivitisNasal spray for seasonal allergic rhinitis Indications Indicated for the treatment of the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis, including ocular…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Antivert, Bonine, Meni D, meclozine, Dramamine Less Drowsy Formula, VertiCalm Antiemetic Agents;  Antiemetics, Antihistamine Description Oral piperazine-derivative sedating antihistamine; structurally similar to hydroxyzineUsed primarily as an antivertigo and antiemetic agent for symptoms associated with motion sicknessHas also been used medically in the management of vertigo in diseases affecting…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Alavert Allergy & Sinus D, Claritin D, ChlorTripolon, Alavert D-12, Claritin D-24 Hour Antihistamine/Decongestant Combos Description Oral non-sedating antihistamine and sympathomimetic decongestant combinationUsed for temporary relief of sneezing, rhinorrhea, nasal congestion and itchy, watery eyes and itchy throat throat due to the common cold or due to hay…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Claritin, Alavert, Claritin RediTabs, QlearQuil All Day & All Night 24 Hour Allergy Relief Antihistamines, 2nd Generation Description Oral non-sedating antihistamineCNS effects are less with loratadine compared to the traditional sedating antihistamines; not associated with QT prolongationUsed in adult and pediatric populations for allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Xyzal Allergy 24HR Tablets, Xyzal Allergy 24HR Oral Solution, Xyzal Antihistamines, 2nd Generation Description Selective low-sedating antihistamine; the drug is the R-enantiomer of cetirizinePrescription products are used for seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis, and chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and pediatric patients 6 months and olderSome non-prescription…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Zaditor, Alaway, Zyrtec Itchy Eye Drops, Acuvue Theravision with Ketotifen Antihistamines, Ophthalmic Description Ophthalmic antihistamine available as an opthalmic solution and a drug-eluting contact lensPrevents ocular pruritus due to allergic conjunctivitis; the drug-eluting contact lens also corrects refractive ametropia (myopia and hyperopia) in aphakic or phakic patientsThe drug-eluting…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Vistaril Antiemetic Agents;  Antihistamines, 1st Generation;  Antihistamines, Piperazine Derivatives Description Oral and parenteral sedating antihistamine of the piperazine classUsed commonly for histamine-mediated pruritus due to atopy or for treating other allergic conditionsSometimes used perioperatively as a sedative/anxiolytic and antiemetic Indications Indicated for the short-term treatment of anxiety,…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Allegra D, Allegra-D 12 Hour Allergy & Congestion, Allegra-D 24 Hour Allergy & Congestion Antihistamine/Decongestant Combos Description Oral non-sedating antihistamine and sympathomimetic decongestant combinationUsed to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis in adults and children 12 years of age and olderAvailable without a prescription Indications Indicated for the temporary…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Allegra, Allegra Allergy 12 Hour, Allegra Allergy 24 Hour, Children’s Allegra Allergy, Mucinex Allergy Antihistamines, 2nd Generation Description Non-sedating antihistamine (H1-receptor antagonist)Used for seasonal allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticariaActive metabolite of terfenadine; fexofenadine does not typically prolong the QT interval Indications Indicated for the management of symptoms…

Discontinued Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Emadine Antihistamines, Ophthalmic Description Ophthalmic H1-blocker for allergic conjunctivitis. Not intended to treat contact lens related irritation.   Indications Indicated for the temporary relief of the signs and symptoms (e.g., ocular pruritus) of allergic conjunctivitis. Contraindications Hypersensitivity Contact lens-related irritation Adverse Effects Headache (11%) Blurred vision Corneal…

Brands Classes DEA Class; Rx Common Brand Names; Diclegis, Bonjesta Antiemetic Agents Description Combination product containing doxylamine (sedating antihistamine of ethanolamine class) and pyridoxine (Vitamin B6).Used for the treatment of pregnancy-induced nausea/vomiting in women who do not respond to conservative management (i.e., diet and lifestyle modifications)Doxylamine may cause drowsiness or sleepiness, which may be pronounced…

Brands Classes DEA Class; OTC Common Brand Names; Vicks NyQuil Cough, Safetussin PM Antitussives, Non-narcotic Combos Description Doxylamine: Competitively blocks histamine from binding to H1 receptors; significant antimuscarinic activity & penetrates CNS, which causes pronounced tendency to induce sedation Dextromethorphan: Cough suppressant that acts centrally on the cough center in medulla Indications Indicated for the…