{"id":21008,"date":"2022-04-25T14:30:19","date_gmt":"2022-04-25T14:30:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=21008"},"modified":"2022-10-18T06:32:15","modified_gmt":"2022-10-18T06:32:15","slug":"postafen","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/postafen\/","title":{"rendered":"Postafen &#8211; Meclozine Hydrochloride uses, Dose and Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>25 mg&nbsp;tablets Meclizine Hydrochloride<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Postafen Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Meclozine, which is an&nbsp;anti histamine, dampens the functions of the inner ear that have to do with balance and thus affects nausea and vomiting.&nbsp;The effect time is about 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Postafen tablets<\/strong> is used for adults, adolescents, and children over the age of 6 for motion sickness (car, bus, flight, and seasickness).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Meclozine found in Postafen 25 mg uses may also be approved for the treatment of other<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>disease not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further qustions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before Using!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use!<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>if you are allergic to meclizine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) or to any piperazine derivative (a group of&nbsp;antihistamines&nbsp;).<\/li><li>if you have impaired liver function.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Postafen.jpg\" alt=\"Postafen - Meclozine Hydrochloride\" class=\"wp-image-24936\" width=\"409\" height=\"225\" srcset=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Postafen.jpg 781w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Postafen-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/Postafen-768x423.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 409px) 100vw, 409px\" \/><figcaption>Postafen &#8211; Meclozine Hydrochloride<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using <strong>Postafen 25 mg English<\/strong> if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Have difficulty urinating<\/li><li>Has&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/diseases\/open-angle-glaucoma-green-cataract\/\">glaucoma<\/a><\/li><li>Know that you have a narrowing in the stomach mouth (pylorus stenosis)<\/li><li>Experiencing decreased bowel movements<\/li><li>Has severe muscle weakness (&nbsp;myasthenia gravis&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Have dementia<\/li><li>Have&nbsp;epilepsy<\/li><li>Has severe renal impairment<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The elderly are often sensitive to the anticholinergic effects of Meclozine Hydrochloride.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>These effects can cause <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Decreased sweating<\/li><li>Difficulty urinating<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/constipation\/\">Constipation<\/a><\/li><li>Increased&nbsp;heart rate<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore, a lower&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is recommended for the elderly at the beginning of treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not use alcohol with Meclozine Hydrochloride.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you take <strong>Postafen 25 mg<\/strong> at the same time as certain other medicines, such as medicines that suppress the&nbsp;central nervous system, atropine-like medicines (anticholinergics), or so-called&nbsp;MAO inhibitors&nbsp;(used to treat <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/depression\/\">depression<\/a> or&nbsp;Parkinson&#8217;s disease&nbsp;), you may have an enhanced effect and thus increase the risk of&nbsp;side effect&nbsp;ar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take for the next 4 days before an&nbsp;allergy&nbsp;test, as the result of the test may be misleading.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Meclozine Hydrochloride<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<br>Talk to your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines.&nbsp;Meclozine Hydrochloride may potentiate the effect of these agents and a dose change may be necessary:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drugs that suppress the&nbsp;central nervous system&nbsp;(some sedatives, some medicines for severe <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a> or&nbsp;epilepsy&nbsp;)<\/li><li>Anticholinergics (eg some antispasmodics or some medicines for stomach or respiratory problems), other medicines with anticholinergic effects, or&nbsp;MAO inhibitors&nbsp;(medicines for depression or&nbsp;Parkinson&#8217;s disease&nbsp;).<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postafen With Food, Drink, And Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Meclozine Hydrochloride should not be used with alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postafen Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postafen can be used during pregnancy, with a recommended maximum&nbsp;dose&nbsp;of 2 tablets daily.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postafen is likely to pass into breast milk and therefore postafen should not be used during breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Postafen can impair the ability to react and the ability to concentrate, which should be kept in mind at times when sharper attention is required, for example when driving a car and precision work.&nbsp;Concomitant use of Postafen and alcohol or sedatives enhances these effects.&nbsp;Therefore, the combination should be avoided.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires sharpened attention.&nbsp;One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or&nbsp;side effects.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Descriptions of these effects and&nbsp;Postafen Side Effects&nbsp;can be found in other sections.&nbsp;Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.&nbsp;If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postafen Contains Lactose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Postafen contains&nbsp;lactose&nbsp;.&nbsp;If your doctor has told you that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postafen 25 mg Uses<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You should take the tablet by mouth with a meal, water, or a non-alcoholic beverage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Recommended&nbsp;dose<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Adults and adolescents over 12 years:<\/em>&nbsp;1 tablet<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Children 6-12 years:<\/em>&nbsp;\u00bd tablet<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The tablet can be divided into two equal&nbsp;doses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Postafen has not been studied in&nbsp;clinical trials&nbsp;in children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In case of motion sickness, the&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is given 1 hour before departure and thereafter every 12 hours if the journey lasts longer than 12 hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It may be necessary to reduce your&nbsp;dose&nbsp;if you are taking Postafen 25 mg English with certain other medicines, see also section 2 \u201cWarnings and precautions\u201d and \u201cOther medicines and Postafen\u201d for further information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Postafen Tablets Than You Should&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if, for example, a child has ingested the medicine by mistake, contact a doctor or hospital for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>An overdose of <strong>Postafen uses<\/strong> can cause the following symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dilated&nbsp;pupils<\/li><li>Flushing<\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Difficulty coordinating movements<\/li><li>Tremors<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/psychosis\/\">Psychosis<\/a><\/li><li>High body temperature<\/li><li>High or low&nbsp;blood pressure<\/li><li>Effects on heart rhythm<\/li><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>Coma&nbsp;or agitation<\/li><li>Convulsions<\/li><li>Depression<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Take Postafen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Postafen Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common&nbsp;<i>Postafen Side Effects<\/i>&nbsp;are <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):&nbsp;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li> Dizziness <\/li><li>Drowsiness <\/li><li>Dry throat Nose<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Rare (may affect up to 1 in 1,000 people):<\/em>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/distinction-and-double-vision-in-adults\/\">Double vision<\/a><\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Difficulty urinating<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>No&nbsp;known frequency (can not be calculated&nbsp;from the available data):<\/em>&nbsp;Effects on<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li> Heart rhythm<\/li><li>&nbsp;Tinnitus<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Blurred vision<\/li><li>Abdominal pain<\/li><li>Constipation<\/li><li>Diarrhea<\/li><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Weakness<\/li><li>Anaphylactic&nbsp;shock<\/li><li>Weight gain<\/li><li>Loss of appetite<\/li><li>Increased appetite<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><li>Abnormal sensations<\/li><li> Tingling sensations ant crawling<\/li><li> Movement disorders<\/li><li>Anxiety<\/li><li>Agitation<\/li><li>Irritability<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Insomnia<\/li><li>Psychotic disorders<\/li><li>Too small or too large amounts of urine<\/li><li>Low&nbsp;blood pressure<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Store Postafen 25 mg English<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the carton after EXP.&nbsp;The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>No special storage instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Contents Of The Pack And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is meclozine hydrochloride 25 mg.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are&nbsp;lactose monohydrate&nbsp;75 mg, corn starch, talc, povidone, calcium stearate,&nbsp;and colloidal&nbsp;anhydrous silica.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The tablets are white, oval, and with a scoreline on both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Postafen Tablets<\/strong> are available in print packs of 10 tablets (over-the-counter pack) and 25 or 100 tablets (prescription pack).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ucb.com\/\" rel=\"noopener\">UCB Pharma SA<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chemin du Foriest<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>1420 Braine-l&#8217;Alleud<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belgium<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Delpharm Evreux<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>5 rue du Guesclin<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>27000 Evreux<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>France<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Meclizine less Sleepy Formula, Bonine\u00ae, Bonamine\u00ae, Postafen\u00ae, Univert\u00ae) is 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