Ebastin
Ebastine is a long-acting, selective, second-generation H1-histamine receptor antagonist. Once administered, it undergoes rapid metabolism into its active form, carebastine. It is highly effective in relieving symptoms of allergic reactions such as sneezing, rhinorrhea, nasal congestion, watery eyes, and chronic itching or hives, with a low incidence of central nervous system side effects like drowsiness.
Dosage by Body Weight
Adults and children over 12 years: 10 mg to 20 mg orally once daily. Children aged 6 to 11 years: 5 mg once daily. Children aged 2 to 5 years: 2.5 mg once daily. Dosage can be taken with or without food. Safety and efficacy in pediatric patients under 2 years of age have not been established.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Do not administer to infants in this weight range unless specifically instructed by a pediatrician.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Generally not recommended for children under 2 years of age. Consult a doctor.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mg (2.5 ml of 1mg/ml syrup)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Typically corresponds to children aged 2 to 3 years. Use the syrup formulation for accurate dosing.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 2.5 mg to 5 mg (2.5 ml to 5 ml of 1mg/ml syrup)
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Tracking Notes
- Typically corresponds to children aged 4 to 5 years. Adjust dose based on clinical response and medical advice.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy have not been established for infants. |
| 5-7 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Do not administer to infants in this weight range unless specifically instructed by a pediatrician. |
| 8-10 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Generally not recommended for children under 2 years of age. Consult a doctor. |
| 11-15 kg | 2.5 mg (2.5 ml of 1mg/ml syrup) | Once daily | Typically corresponds to children aged 2 to 3 years. Use the syrup formulation for accurate dosing. |
| 16-20 kg | 2.5 mg to 5 mg (2.5 ml to 5 ml of 1mg/ml syrup) | Once daily | Typically corresponds to children aged 4 to 5 years. Adjust dose based on clinical response and medical advice. |
Formulation
Purpose
Symptomatic treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and chronic idiopathic urticaria
Generic Name
EbastineBranded Drug Names
Ebastin is listed as a generic drug name. Common branded medicines that may contain the same active ingredient include:
Scheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.