AllerMax Side Effects, Overdose and Pregnancy Information
AllerMax is an antihistamine which blocks the release of histamine, a chemical in the body that narrows air passages in the lungs and causes inflammation during allergy reaction. By doing so AllerMax relieves red, itchy eyes and the redness and swelling from hives and other rashes that are caused by allergic reactions. AllerMax also relieves the sneezing, coughing, runny or stuffy nose, and other symptoms of seasonal allergies and the common cold with drying and sedative effects. AllerMax is also used in patients Parkinson's disease, to treat allergic reactions to blood transfusions, insomnia and motion sickness. Main ingredient in AllerMax is Diphenhydramine.
AllerMax Side Effects
AllerMax side effects may include dizziness, excessive calm, dry mouth increased chest congestion, drowsiness, and upset stomach. Rare AllerMax side effects may include confusion, blurred vision, constipation, diarrhea, excitation, fatigue, difficult urination, headache, hives, hypersensitivity to light, irregular heartbeat, loss of appetite, low blood pressure, nausea, rash, ringing in the ears, stuffy nose, tightness of chest, vertigo, and vomiting. AllerMax can make adults less alert and may cause excitability, in young children. Seniors are more likely to experience lightheadedness, extreme calm, and low blood pressure.
AllerMax Side Effects Reporting
If you experience any AllerMax side effects not mentioned above you should report it to your primary health care provider or FDA 1-800-FDA-1088 in the United States, Health Canada 1-866-225-0709 in Canada, MHRA 020 3080 6000 in UK, or TGA 1800 020 653 in Australia.
ALLERMAX WARNING AND CAUTION
Avoid using AllerMax if you are sensitive to or have ever had an allergic reaction to antihistamines.
Avoid using AllerMax or other antihistamines if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, peptic ulcer or other stomach problems, enlarged prostate, or difficulty urinating.
Use AllerMax with care if you have a history of asthma, emphysema, thyroid disease, high blood pressure, or heart disease.
AllerMax can cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery until you know how you respond to AllerMax.
AllerMax should not be used in newborn or premature infants.
ALLERMAX INTERACTION
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking AllerMax.
Check with your doctor before combining AllerMax with the following:
Antidepressant (MAO) inhibitors
Sedative
Tranquilizers and sleeping pills
Herbs like catnip, gotu kola, kava, ginseng, St. John's wort and others.
ALLERMAX DOSES
AllerMax should not be used in newborn or premature infants.
For Allergy
Adults and Children 12 and older: 25-50 mg every 4-6 hours
For Insomnia
Adults and Children 12 and older: 25-50 mg at bedtime
For Cough
Adults and Children 12 and older: 25 mg every 4 hours
Children 6-12 years: 12.5 mg every 4 hours
Children 2-6 years: 6.25 mg every 4 hours
ALLERMAX AND PREGNANCY
Consult your doctor before using AllerMax during pregnancy especially during the last trimester.
Antihistamine like AllerMax is not recommended for nursing mothers. Switch to bottle-feed while taking AllerMax.
ALLERMAX OVERDOSE
AllerMax overdose symptoms include aggression, confusion, severe drowsiness, dilated pupils, seizures, flushing and upset stomach. In case of an Allermax overdose, seek medical attention right away.
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