Ebastine: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ebastine Information

Ebastine is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy. Ebastine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Ebastine depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Ebastine include Headache, Dry Mouth, Drowsiness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ebastine as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ebastine 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.

In addition, Ebastine's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Ebastine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ebastine related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Ebastine are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Ebastine with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ebastine is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Ebastine Benefits & Uses

Ebastine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy

Other Benefits

Runny Nose

Ebastine 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: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Dose for 6 - 12 years old child only

Ebastine Related Warnings

Is the use of Ebastine safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Ebastine safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Ebastine for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Ebastine on the Kidneys?

Ebastine has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ebastine on the Liver?

Ebastine has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ebastine on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Ebastine for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ebastine with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Ketoconazole

Erythromycin

Ebastine Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ebastine

Is this Ebastine habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ebastine has not been reported.

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

After taking Ebastine, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ebastine can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ebastine 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?

Ebastine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Ebastine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ebastine

It is safe to take Ebastine with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ebastine

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ebastine with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Ebastine

Question over 5 years ago

What is Ebastine?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Ebastine is a brand name of ebastine and it is available in the form of tablet and suspension. It belongs to the class of drug known as antihistamines (H1 receptor antagonists). It is a prescription drug which is used to relieve allergic symptoms of hay fever (allergic rhinitis), and urticaria.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Ebastine work?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Ebastine works by blocking the action of a compound known as histamine which is responsible for causing the allergic symptoms in the body such as running nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itching, and hives. In this way Ebastine provides relief to the patient from these allergic symptoms.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Ebastine?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Take Ebastine once in a day or as advised by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because the presence of food does not affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney or liver function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ebastine for skin allergy?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, you can take Ebastine for skin allergy (skin reaction). Ebastine suppresses the histamine which causes skin allergy. Clinical studies suggest that this drug is safe and effective in treating a skin allergy. Since it is a prescription drug, you are advised not to take Ebastine by yourself without a doctor's recommendation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Ebastine on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Ebastine should not be discontinued without the doctor's advice because discontinuing it on your own might affect the therapeutic benefits of this drug. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.