Generic Periaction Tablet and Its Uses Part 2

should not go beyond 12 mg a day. The dose for pediatric patients should be measured based on body weight or body area using about 0.25 mg/kg/day or 8 mg per square meter of body surface (8 mg/m2).

For Generic Periactin pediatric patient from Age 7 to 14 years, a usual dose of 4 mg (1 tablet) two or three times a day has been approved. The dose should not surpass 16 mg a day.

Adult patient can start with a dosage of 4 mg (1 tablet) three times a day. The dose ranges from 4 mg to 20 mg a day. The total daily dose for adults should not be more than 0.5 mg/kg/day.

Side Effects

Several adverse reactions caused by Periaction are related to Central Nervous System for e.g. sedation and sleepiness, dizziness, nervousness, irritability, tremor, insomnia, neuritis, convulsions, paresthesias. Some other side effects are excessive perspiration, photosensitivity and urticaria. Some cardiovascular adverse effects are hypotension, extrasystoles, tachycardia, palpitation, anaphylactic shock. This drug also creates some side effects related to digestive system and respiratory aspects.

Generic Periactin Drug Interactions

Generic Periactin is specially denied to use with MAO inhibitors that may extend and amplify the anticholinergic effects of antihistamines. Alcohol and other CNS depressants, e.g., hypnotics, tranquilizers, sedatives, and antianxiety agents also cause serious interaction with it.

Warnings