Tavist - Clemastine - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Tavist.
• Tavist
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Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take including.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness, dizziness, dry mouth, flushing, fever, weakness, tremor, muscle twitching, loss of consciousness, and seizures.
• In children, excitement may occur first followed by loss of coordination, drowsiness, loss of consciousness, and seizures.

Tavist Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze the liquid form.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication as prescribed.
• Do not take it more often than directed.
• The tablets should be swallowed whole.
• Do not crush or chew them.
• A syrup form of this medication is available.
• Ask your pharmacist for a specially marked measuring spoon to be sure of the correct dose.
• This medication may be taken with food to help prevent stomach upset.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

What To Do In Case Of Medical Emergency

• Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency.
• For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854-1166 (USA), or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

Tavist Miscellaneous Notes

• Keep out of the reach of children.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause drowsiness, dizziness, headache, loss of appetite, stomach upset, vision changes, irritability, dry mouth, or dry nose.
• These effects should disappear as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these effects persist or worsen, inform your doctor.
• To relieve dry mouth, suck on (sugarless) hard candy or ice chips, chew (sugarless) gum, drink water or use saliva substitute.
• Notify your doctor if you develop.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an antihistamine and is used for allergy symptoms such as rash, hives, watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing.

Read Before Using Tavist (precautions)

• Before using clemastine, consult with your doctor if you have any of the following.