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Elwigan Injection 2 ml contains Promethazine, an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.
Yes, Elwigan Injection 2 ml may be used to prevent nausea and vomiting after surgery. Elwigan Injection 2 ml blocks histamine from binding to its receptors in the vomiting centre located in the brain and prevents nausea and vomiting.
Elwigan Injection 2 ml may interact with diagnostic pregnancy tests based on immunological reactions between HCG and anti-HCG and may increase glucose intolerance. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are on treatment with Elwigan Injection 2 ml before undergoing any tests.
Alcohol
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Avoid consumption of alcohol while using Elwigan Injection 2 ml as it may increase drowsiness.
Pregnancy
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If you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. It is not recommended for use during the last two weeks before delivery as it may cause excitement and irritability in the newborn baby.
Breast Feeding
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The amount of Promethazine excreted in breast milk is unknown. Elwigan Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in breastfeeding mothers. Hence, if you are a nursing mother, inform your doctor before receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
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Elwigan Injection 2 ml may cause drowsiness or affect concentration in some people. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any side effects that impair your physical or mental abilities after receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml.
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If you have a pre-existing or a history of liver disease, inform your doctor before receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
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If you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney diseases, inform your doctor before receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Children
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Elwigan Injection 2 ml is not recommended for children below two years due to the risk of fatal respiratory depression. Elwigan Injection 2 ml should be avoided in dehydrated or acutely ill children. Also, it is not recommended for adolescents and children with signs and symptoms of Reye’s syndrome.
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Elwigan Injection 2 ml belongs to the class of drugs called antihistamines used to prevent or treat symptoms of allergic conditions such as hay fever (seasonal allergies), allergic skin reactions such as itching or hives (itchy, raised bumps on the skin), allergic conjunctivitis (redness and irritation in the membrane that covers the eye) and other types of allergy. Also, it is used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting after surgery due to certain types of anaesthesia and motion sickness. Additionally, Elwigan Injection 2 ml is used in postoperative, preoperative and obstetric (during labour) sedation. An allergy occurs when foreign elements, known as allergens, attack and invade our body, thereby causing the release of histamine (a chemical messenger) that causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, and watery nose and eyes.
Elwigan Injection 2 ml contains Promethazine, an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Also, it blocks the histamine receptors in the vomiting centre in the brain and prevents nausea and vomiting. Additionally, Promethazine possesses sedative effects and helps you feel relaxed before and after surgery.
Elwigan Injection 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Elwigan Injection 2 ml may cause common side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, tiredness, incoordination, lack of energy, increased blood pressure or occasional low blood pressure. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are known to be allergic to Promethazine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. Elwigan Injection 2 ml is not recommended for use in children below two years of age and in dehydrated children. Avoid alcohol consumption while receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml as it may increase drowsiness and decrease mental alertness. Avoid driving if you experience any side effects that impair your physical or mental abilities after receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml.
Uses of Elwigan Injection 2 ml
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Elwigan Injection 2 ml contains Promethazine, an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) used to prevent or treat symptoms of allergic conditions such as hay fever (seasonal allergies), allergic skin reactions such as itching or hives (itchy, raised bumps on the skin), allergic conjunctivitis (redness and irritation in the membrane covering the eye) and other types of allergy. It blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thereby, it helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy. Also, it blocks the histamine receptors in the vomiting centre in the brain and prevents nausea and vomiting after surgery due to certain types of anaesthesia and motion sickness. Additionally, Promethazine possesses sedative effects and helps you feel relaxed before and after surgery. Thus, it is used in postoperative, preoperative and obstetric (during labour) sedation. Elwigan Injection 2 ml may be used to treat a symptom of Parkinson’s disease known as oculogyric crises (uncontrolled rolling of eyeballs).
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If you are known to be allergic to Promethazine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. Elwigan Injection 2 ml is not recommended for children below two years of age and in dehydrated children. Avoid alcohol consumption while receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml as it may increase drowsiness and decrease mental alertness. Avoid driving if you experience any side effects that impair your physical or mental abilities after receiving Elwigan Injection 2 ml. You may be advised to postpone skin allergy tests as Elwigan Injection 2 ml may suppress the reaction to the test allergens. Elwigan Injection 2 ml may give false positive or false negative results on pregnancy tests. Also, it may interact with blood sugar tests and not yield accurate results. Therefore, before undergoing any tests, please inform your doctor or lab technician that you are on treatment with Elwigan Injection 2 ml.
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