Hicope 10mg Strip Of 10 Tablets
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10 Tablet(s) in Strip
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Description
Hicope Tablet 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 substanc
e called histamine, which is responsible for allergic symptoms. Thus, hydroxyzine helps in improving symptoms such as itching, swelling, redness, rashes, scaly and patchy skin. Hicope Tablet 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 Hicope Tablet, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹42.37 |
| You Save | ₹5.78 (12% on MRP) |
| Contains | Hydroxyzine(10.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Skin allergies |
| Side effects | Sleepiness, headache, dry mouth, fatigue |
| Therapy | ANTI-ALLERGIC |
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Uses
Hicope Tablet is used for the management of skin allergies such as pruritus (itching), urticaria (rash or hives), and eczema (patches, itchy, and cracked skin).
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to hydroxyzine, anti-allergic medicines or any other ingredients of Hicope Tablet.
- 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
Q:
Can I take Hicope Tablet during pregnancy?
A:
You should not take the Hicope Tablet during pregnancy as it crosses the placenta barrier and may cause harm to the baby. If you become pregnant while taking this medicine, inform your doctor immediately and discontinue the medicine.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Hicope Tablet while breastfeeding?
A:
It is advised not to breastfeed during the treatment with this medicine as it may harm the baby. Your doctor will decide whether to discontinue the medicine or not after assessing the benefit of treatment to mother and breastfeeding to the baby.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Hicope Tablet?
A:
Hicope Tablet make you drowsy and make you feel less alert than usual for the first few days of the use. If you experience these effects, do not drive or operate machinery until these effects are gone.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Hicope Tablet?
A:
You should not consume alcohol with this medicine because the sedative effects of alcohol may be increased.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- 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?
- Hicope 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
- Hicope Tablet should not be taken with any medicine with the risk of increased heartbeats or irregular heart rhythm.
- Hicope Tablet 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 Hicope Tablets.
- Cimetidine, a medicine used to reduce stomach acid content should not be taken together as it can increase the concentration of Hicope Tablet, leading to increased side effects.
- Hicope Tablet could mask the warning signs of ear damage due to certain medicines such as Gentamicin, Tobramycin, and Amikacin. Therefore, it should be used cautiously.
- Hicope Tablet 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 Hicope Tablet 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
If you miss any dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to compensate for the missed one....
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: How long should I take Hicope Tablet?
A: You should complete the course of this medicine for effective control of allergy. Do not take it for a prolonged duration.
Q: What happens if I unknowingly take more than the prescribed dose of Hicope Tablets?
A: You should never take more than recommended dosage as it may be harmful and sometimes even life-threatening. The overdose symptom of Hicope Tablets may be mental confusion, disturbed vision, dry mouth, constipation, difficulty to pass urine, restlessness, fast pounding heartbeats.
Q: Is Hicope Tablet a steroid?
A: No, Hicope Tablet is not a steroidal medication. It is an anti-allergic medicine.
Q: Can I use Hicope Tablet for fungal infections?
A: No, Hicope Tablet is not effective for fungal infections. Please do not use this medicine for any other purpose than what it is prescribed for.
Q: Will taking Hicope Tablet make me feel sleepy?
A: Yes, Hicope Tablet may make you feel sleepy, drowsy and dizzy. Take rest after taking this medicine and avoid driving or performing activities that require mental alertness.
Q: Can I stop taking Hicope if I feel better?
A: No, do not stop taking Hicope Tablet in between, even if you feel better. Abrupt stopping the treatment can worsen the symptom or the symptoms might even appear again.
Q: How do you take Hicope Tablet?
A: You can take Hicope Tablet with or without food with a drink of water or as told by the doctor. Swallow them whole. Do not chew them.
Q: Can we use Hicope daily?
A: You can take Hicope daily but for the prescribed duration only. You should take it for more than the prescribed duration. Consult your doctor if you're unsure about how long you should take it.
Q: Is Hicope a sleeping pill?
A: No, Hicope is not a sleeping pill. Hicope Tablet is an anti-allergic medicine used to treat various allergic conditions. This medicine can make you feel dizzy and sleepy as a common side effect. Thus, it is advised to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery while on this medicine. This medicine should not be used as a sleeping pill.
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