Altiva 30 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Altiva Information

Altiva is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy, Urticaria Pigmentosa, Allergic Rhinitis. Altiva also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Altiva. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Altiva have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Altiva go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Altiva's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. In addition, Altiva's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Altiva related warnings section.

Altiva is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Drug Allergy, Drug Allergies are examples of such conditions. The section on Altiva contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Altiva have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Altiva is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Altiva Benefits & Uses
Altiva Dosage & How to Take
Altiva Side Effects
Altiva Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Altiva with Other Drugs
Altiva Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Altiva
Altiva Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Altiva Benefits & Uses

Altiva is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy
Urticaria Pigmentosa
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Hives
Upper Respiratory Tract Infection
Tonsillitis
Sore Throat (Read More - Home remedies for sore throat)

Altiva Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Or 180 mg once daily
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Or 180 mg once daily
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 60 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urticaria Pigmentosa Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 30 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Altiva Related Warnings

Is the use of Altiva safe for pregnant women?

Altiva can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Altiva, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Altiva safe during breastfeeding?

Altiva may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Altiva on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Altiva on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Altiva on the Liver?

Altiva is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Altiva on the Heart?

Altiva is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Altiva with Other Drugs

Altiva should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium Carbonate

Moderate

Rifampicin

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Altiva Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Altiva unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Glaucoma
Bladder Infection
Drug Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Altiva

Is this Altiva habit forming or addictive?

Altiva does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Altiva does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Altiva is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Altiva in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Altiva Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Altiva

Taking Altiva with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Altiva

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Altiva as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Altiva

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Altiva without consulting a doctor?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Altiva is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It is for your own good, it can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Altiva for cold?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Altiva can be taken for relieving symptoms of a cold. However, it is not the best drug to be taken for treating cold. Contact your doctor for the right line of treatment for cold.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Altiva a pain-killer?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Altiva is not a pain-killer. It belongs to the class of drug called antihistamines. This drug primarily helps in arresting the allergy and relieving symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, non-stop sneezing, and red-watery itchy eyes.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Altiva a decongestant?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, Altiva is not a decongestant. It is an antihistamine, used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, and sneezing.