You should know the risks and warnings of Kestine to prevent its misuse.
There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So if you are taking any medicine its always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.
The risks and warnings associated with Kestine are:
Allergy or Hypersensitivity
If you are allergic to ebastine, do not take Kestine, or any other medicine with the same generic name because it can result in a life-threatening condition called anaphylactic shock. Always inform your healthcare provider about the documented allergies you have.
People with allergies to ebastine should not take Kestine. Allergies can be mild, but in certain cases, some people may have a severe reaction, known as anaphylactic shock. In this condition, the person is under an imminent threat of death, unless they are given immediate medical care or shot from an EpiPen. Anaphylactic shock is a rare but severe allergic reaction that if not treated at the right time, can be life-threatening. It shows the signs and symptoms such as hives, pale skin, labored breathing, itching, excessive salivation, feeling too warm, a weak and rapid pulse, nausea, vomiting, runny nose, sneezing, swollen lips, and tongue, wheezing, dizziness, low blood pressure, and tingling hands, feet, mouth, or scalp.
Thus, disclose all your allergies to your healthcare provider, so that your medical history contains all information.
Asthma
In most cases, if asthma is caused by an allergy, the doctors prescribe an anti-allergy medication. But sometimes, they may thicken the bronchial secretions, which worsens asthma. Therefore you must exercise caution while taking Kestine with asthma. Take it on the advice of your healthcare provider.
Kidney failure
If your kidneys are not functioning well, your healthcare provider may prescribe milder supplements, or lower dosages, to not overwhelm your kidneys.
Our kidneys perform the vital task of removing toxins and waste products from the body. However, when kidneys are malfunctioning, naturally, their output is decreased i.e., less waste is removed from the body. Thus, patients should put less load on the kidney, as otherwise, the toxins accumulate in the body, which harms the health of the person.
Liver diseases
Patients with liver disease should take Kestine with caution. It is because your liver helps in the metabolism and excretion of drugs. When it does not work efficiently due to any disease, it can cause an accumulation of the drug in your body, leading to severe adverse effects.
The liver does the metabolism and excretion of drugs in the body. However, in cases where the liver is not working efficiently due to failure or disease, drugs get accumulated in the body. That jeopardizes the health of the person. Thus, people with liver failure should take medicines like Kestine with caution.
Alcohol dependence
People who consume alcohol should take Kestine after conferring with their healthcare provider.
Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
If you are pregnant, do not take Kestine unless your doctor advises. It can affect the functioning of your baby’s health. Breastfeeding mothers should also consult with a healthcare provider before taking it.
Operating Machinery
Do not drive a car or operate any machinery while you take Kestine, as it can cause slight sedation, which can eventually lead to accidents.
