Antihistamines

Drugs

  • Azatadine, Azelastine, Brompheniramine, Buclizine, Cetirizine, Chlorpheniramine, Clemastine, Cyclizine, Cyproheptadine, Desloratadine, Dimenhydrinate, Diphenhydramine, Fexofenadine, Hydroxyzine, Loratadine, Meclizine, Promethazine

What is it?

  • Antihistamines- Relief of Symptoms associated with Allergies; Control of Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness for Motion Sickness, Asthma
  • Side Effects- Depression, Sedation, Nightmares, Hair Loss, Itching, Dry Mouth, GI Upset, Loss of Appetite, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Menstrual Disorder, Cough, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Difficulty Breathing, Hallucinations, Tremors, Loss of Coordination, Unusual Bruising or Bleeding, Irregular Heartbeat, Visual Disorders
  • Increased- Antihistamine Effects with MAOIs; CNS/Central Nervous System Depressant with Alcohol

What can I do?

  • See your Health Care Provider- as needed
  • AVOID- if Allergic to Antihistamines, Pregnancy, Lactation, Peptic Ulcer; Alcohol
  • Take with Food if GI Upset
  • Sugarless Sours for Dry Mouth
  • Good and Frequent Mouth Care
  • Increase Intake of Fluids