Droxivin 25mgtab
Description
Droxivin 25mgtab is an anti-allergic medicine used for the management of various allergic skin conditions. It contains hydroxyzine as the active ingredient. It works by blocking the action of a subs
tance called histamine, which is responsible for allergic symptoms. Thus, hydroxyzine helps in improving symptoms such as itching, swelling, redness, rashes, scaly and patchy skin. Droxivin 25mgtab should be used with caution in elderly patients as the side effects may intensify. This medicine may cause dizziness, thus it is advised to avoid driving after taking this medicine or be cautious as it may alter the level of alertness. Before starting Droxivin 25mgtab , inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹61.12 |
You Save | ₹20.38 (25% on MRP) |
Contains | |
Uses | Skin allergies |
Side effects | Sleepiness, headache, dry mouth, fatigue |
Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
Uses
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to hydroxyzine, anti-allergic medicines or any other ingredients of Droxivin 25mgtab .
- If you have irregular heart rhythms and a family history of sudden death due to heart disorder.
- If you have or had cardiovascular disease or your heart rate is very low.
- If you have liver or kidney failure.
- If you have an eye disorder such as narrow-angle glaucoma.
- If you have a prostate problem with urine retention problem.
- If you are on any medicine used to treat a brain-related disorder such as monoamine oxidase inhibitors like selegiline, phenelzine.
- If your child is below 12 months of age.
- If you have porphyria (a disease that causes stomach pain, constipation, change in the colour of urine, skin rashes and disturbing behaviour).
- If you are pregnant, may be pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Side effects
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any heart problems such as palpitations, or trouble breathing after taking this medicine.
- You have kidney disease or are on dialysis or liver function problem.
- You have enlarged prostate or pain and difficulty in passing urine.
- You have an eye disorder called glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).
- You have any disease related to stomach, intestine or have ulcers.
- You have week muscles or a condition called Myasthenia gravis.
- You have a brain-related disorder such as fits, seizures or memory loss (Dementia), overactive thyroid, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, or breathing disorders.
- This medicine may affect the results of some tests for allergy or asthma.
- This medicine should not be used or used with caution in the elderly as they have a slow metabolism and bodily functions.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
- Droxivin 25mgtab works by blocking the action of chemical mediator named histamine. Therefore, inhibiting histamine-mediated reactions and reduce the symptoms of allergies.
- Histamine is a chemical mediator that is responsible for allergic reactions. It is normally produced when your body senses something harmful such as infection or foreign particles and results in dry patchy skin, itching, redness, and swelling....
Directions for Use
- Take this medicine as advised by your doctor.
- Do not take this medicine for more than the prescribed duration.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Droxivin 25mgtab should not be taken with any medicine with the risk of increased heartbeats or irregular heart rhythm.
- Droxivin 25mgtab should not be used with medicines acting on brain or used for psychiatric disorders, medicines used for seizures or fits, medicines used to control nausea and vomiting, other anti-allergic medicines, anticancer, and muscle relaxants....
- Use of medicine like dicyclomine and cyclopentolate can cause blurring of vision, dry mouth, urine retention, and constipation if used concomitantly with Droxivin 25mgtab s.
- Cimetidine, a medicine used to reduce stomach acid content should not be taken together as it can increase the concentration of Droxivin 25mgtab , leading to increased side effects.
- Droxivin 25mgtab could mask the warning signs of ear damage due to certain medicines such as Gentamicin, Tobramycin, and Amikacin. Therefore, it should be used cautiously.
- Droxivin 25mgtab should not be taken along with medicine containing adrenaline used during cardiac arrest or other emergency conditions.
- It is important to inform the doctor regarding the medications and herbal supplements used before taking the medicine. It is also important to discuss specific allergies or underlying conditions experienced before using the medicine....
Storage and disposal
- Store this medicine at or below 25°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage
Overdose
- The symptoms of an overdose can vary and majorly affects the brain functions and can lead to slowing down or excitation in an individual. Typical side effects of overdosage of Droxivin 25mgtab include confusion, slurred speech and restlessness, involuntary or slow movements, dry mouth, disturbed vision, fast or pounding heartbeat, difficulty in passing urine, and constipation....
- If you have taken an excessive dose of this medicine, immediately contact your doctor.
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
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