Avil Injection
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Avil Injection is an antihistamine used to treat allergic conditions (such as hay fever, drug rashes, allergic conjunctivitis, food allergy, etc.), respiratory tract conditions, and other skin conditions. It effectively reduces the severity, duration, and occurrence of symptoms and provides quick relief.
Avil Injection is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Avil Injection is used in the treatment of allergic disorders.
Uses of Avil Injection
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
- Treatment of Respiratory disease with excessive mucus
- Treatment of Skin conditions with inflammation & itching
- Treatment and prevention of Meniere's disease
Benefits of Avil Injection
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Avil Injection provides relief from symptoms such as a blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation.
This medicine rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
This medicine rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Side effects of Avil Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Avil
- Sedation
How to use Avil Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Avil Injection works
Avil Injection is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This relieves symptoms of severe allergic reactions due to insect bite/sting, certain medicines, hives (rashes, swelling etc).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Avil Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Avil Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Avil Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Avil Injection may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Larger doses or prolonged use of Avil Injection may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Driving
UNSAFE
Avil Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Avil Injection in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Avil Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Inform your doctor if you have any other allergies including food allergies.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Avil Injection, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Keep sipping water or have sugar-free gum in order to relieve dryness in the mouth.
- Avoid stepping outside during peak pollen season and protect yourself from dust and mites at home.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyridines Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Avil Injection
Once A Month
45%
Once A Day
34%
Once A Week
12%
Twice A Month
3%
Thrice A Day
2%
Twice A Day
2%
Thrice A week
1%
Alternate Day
1%
What are you using Avil Injection for?
Allergic diso*
100%
*Allergic disorders
How much was the improvement?
Average
100%
What were the side-effects while using Avil Injection?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
FAQs
Can I take paracetamol with Avil Injection?
Yes, paracetamol can be taken with Avil Injection. They are used together in conditions when the patient has a fever along with symptoms of allergy (like running nose, tearing of eyes etc).
Can Avil Injection cause sleep?
Avil Injection has strong sleep-inducing effects. It is therefore not prescribed if a person is involved in any work that requires mental alertness.
Can Avil Injection cause weight loss?
No, Avil Injection is not known to cause weight loss.
Are Avil Injection and chlorpheniramine same?
No, Avil Injection and Chlorpheniramine are not same. They are similar in chemical structure and both are older antihistaminics. Avil Injection does not contain chlorine in it whereas Chlorpheniramine does. However, both are used in the treatment of allergic conditions.
Can I take vitamin C with Avil Injection?
Yes, vitamin C has a role in improving the immunity so it is given with Avil Injection for relieving the symptoms of common cold. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.
Can the use of Avil Injection increase blood pressure?
Avil Injection does not cause an increase in blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood pressure after taking Avil Injection as it would require proper diagnosis and treatment.
Is Avil Injection a steroid?
No, Avil Injection is not a steroid. It is an antihistaminic medicine used in the treatment of some allergic conditions.
How is Avil Injection given?
Avil Injection is administered either slowly by intravenous route (1ml per minute) or intramuscularly.
What is the dose of Avil Injection?
The dose of Avil Injection is 1-2 mL twice a day given intramuscularly or via slow intravenous injection.
Can Avil Injection cause dry mouth?
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Does Avil Injection cause drowsiness?
Yes, Avil Injection causes drowsiness. Both the dosage and the time of administration should be carefully considered in patients whose activities (e.g., driving a vehicle or operating machinery) demand special concentration.
Can Avil Injection be given to patients with severe liver disease?
Pheniramine present in Avil Injection is metabolised in the liver. Thus, your doctor will consider dose adjustments in case you have severe liver disease.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: Sanofi India Ltd
Address: Sanofi House, CTS No.117-B, L&T Business Park, Saki Vihar Road, Powai, Mumbai 400072
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Avil Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Avil Injection. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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