Celestamine

Celestamine Tablets and Syrup are recommended in the treatment of difficult cases of respiratory, dermatologic and ocular allergies, as well as ocular inflammatory disorders, where adjunctive systemic corticosteroid therapy is indicated.

Dosage should be individualized and adjusted according to the specific disease being treated, its severity and the response of the patient.
The recommended initial dosage of Celestamine Tablets and Syrup adults and children over 12 years is 1 to 2 tablets (or 1 to 2 teaspoonfuls) four times daily, after meals and at bedtime. The dose is not to exceed 8 tablets (or 8 teaspoonfuls) per day. In younger children dosage should be adjusted according to the severity of the condition, and the response of the patient, rather than by age or body weight.
Children 6 to 12 years: The recommended dosage is 1 / 2 teaspoonful three-times a day. If an additional daily dose is required, it should be taken preferable at bedtime. The dose is not to exceed 4 teaspoonful a day.
Children 2 to 6 years: The initial dosage of Celestamine Syrup is 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoonful three times a day with adjustment of dosage according to patient response. Daily dose is not to exceed 2 teaspoonfuls.

Should be taken with food.

Celestamine products are contraindicated in patients with systemic fungal infections, newborn and premature infants, patients receiving MAO inhibitor therapy and in those who have shown hypersensitivity or idiosyncrasy to any component of these products or drugs of similar chemical structures.

Antihistamines & Antiallergics

R06AB52 - dexchlorpheniramine, combinations ; Belongs to the class of substituted alkylamines used as systemic antihistamines.

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