Clamist Tablet
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Wanbury Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Clemastine (1mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Chemical Class | Ethanolamine Derivative |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation) |
| User Rating | 4.5 |
| User Reviews | 574 |
FAQ
What is Clamist and what is it used for?
Clamist is an anti-allergic that works by blocking the action of a chemical named histamine, which causes allergic symptoms.
How long does it take for Clamist to work?
You may start to feel the effects of this medicine in 2-3 hours. The full effects of this medication are usually felt after 5 to 7 hours of taking the dose.
What happens if I miss a dose of Clamist?
If you happen to miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose. Discuss this with your doctor. In order to avoid missing a dose, use a calendar, pillbox, alarm clock, or cell phone alert to help you remember to take your medication. You may also ask a family member a friend to remind you or check in with you to be sure you are taking your medication.
Can I drink alcohol while using Clamist?
No, it is not advisable to drink alcohol while taking this medicine since it can raise your risk of side effects, especially sleepiness. Talk to your doctor in case of any doubts.
Does Clamist make you feel sleepy?
Yes, this medicine has sedative properties and can make you feel sleepy. So, it is advisable to avoid driving or indulging in any sort of activity.
What if I overdose on Clamist?
If you accidentally take Clamist in excess, you may develop symptoms like rapid heartbeat, dilated pupils (larger than normal size) or flushing, upset stomach, and dry mouth. Contact your doctor or hospital casualty department immediately.
What if you forget to take Clamist?
If you miss a dose of Clamist, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Clamist Tablet Reviews
Clamist is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from symptoms such runny nose, sneezing, itching, redness, swelling, and watery eyes.
Clamist may be taken with or without food. Take it as per your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case, you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
Drowsiness or dizziness is the most common side effect of this medicine. It may also cause dry mouth in some people. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine. If it causes dry mouth, drink more water and have a sugar candy.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have any gastro-related issues or have asthma. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
Clamist may be taken with or without food. Take it as per your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. You should take this medicine for as long as it is prescribed for you. In case, you have missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
Drowsiness or dizziness is the most common side effect of this medicine. It may also cause dry mouth in some people. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity if you experience drowsiness after taking this medicine. If it causes dry mouth, drink more water and have a sugar candy.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have glaucoma or have any gastro-related issues or have asthma. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Generally, it is advised to avoid alcohol while on treatment.
How Clamist Tablet Works
Clamist is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.
How to Use Clamist Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Clamist is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Clamist Tablet
- In Treatment of Allergic conditions: Clamist is used to treat many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It helps treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. It works by lowering your immune system’s response to these conditions and prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation. It helps relieve symptoms such as swelling, pain, itching, and other allergic-type reactions. If you are not sure why you are being given this medicine, ask your doctor.This medicine is given orally (by mouth). You should always take it as it has been prescribed for you. Do not stop taking it without your doctor’s advice. This can cause unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Because this medicine weakens your immune system, you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
Uses of Clamist Tablet
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
Clamist Tablet Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
UNSAFE
Clamist may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clamist is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Clamist may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Clamist is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.Larger doses or more prolonged use of Clamist may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Clamist may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Liver
CAUTION
Clamist should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Clamist may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Clamist is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Quick Tips
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Clamist, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
References
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- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Clemastine. Brentford, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare; 2000 [revised 11 Feb. 2019].
- Drugs.com. Clemastine Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Warnings.