BIRDEX SR 6 is an antiallergic medication used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from allergic symptoms such runny nose, sneezing, itching, redness, swelling, and watery eyes.
BIRDEX SR 6 should be taken with or without food. Take it exactly as prescribed by your doctor. 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 missed any doses, take the next dose as soon as you remember it. However, you should never take a double dose.
Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this medicine. Avoid driving or attention-seeking activity. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. In some cases, it may also cause dryness of mouth. To prevent dry mouth, drink plenty of water and maintain good oral hygiene.
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.
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
BIRDEX SR 6 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.
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 BIRDEX SR 6
- Sleepiness
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. BIRDEX SR 6 may be taken with or without food.
BIRDEX SR 6 is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. BIRDEX SR 6 may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BIRDEX SR 6 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
BIRDEX SR 6 may be safe to use during breastfeeding. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Larger doses or prolonged use of BIRDEX SR 6 may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Driving
UNSAFE
BIRDEX SR 6 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 data available on the use of BIRDEX SR 6 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of BIRDEX SR 6 in patients with liver disease.
If you miss a dose of BIRDEX SR 6, 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.
