Diligan 25 mg

Composition of Diligan 25 mg

Diligan 25 mg contains Meclizine (25mg). It belongs to the Anti-emetic / prokinetic class of medicines.

Uses of Diligan 25 mg

Motion sickness Vertigo

Key benefits

• In Motion sickness Motion sickness is a condition caused due to motion during travel. You may experience dizziness
• nausea or vomiting as a result of this condition. Diligan 25 Tablet helps treat these symptoms effectively. Take it as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit. In Vertigo Vertigo means a spinning sensation or dizziness that is triggered due to frequent movement. It can happen due to many reasons but it may also occur without any underlying disease. Diligan 25 Tablet helps treat this sensation effectively. If you feel dizzy while getting up from the bed
• sit for a while and then rise slowly to avoid having an accidental fall. Show More

How Diligan 25 mg works

Diligan 25 Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical in the brain that controls nausea, vomiting, and balance. It also makes you sleepy.

How to take Diligan 25 mg

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Diligan 25 Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Diligan 25 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause drowsiness, disorientation and abnormal muscle movements. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Diligan 25 mg

Most side effects of Diligan are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Diligan 25 mg

Warnings and precautions

Use it for the shortest period that works. These medicines are not intended for long-term daily use. Report any unusual muscle stiffness, tremor, restlessness or uncontrolled movements of the face or limbs at once — stop and contact your doctor. Tell your doctor if you have a heart rhythm problem; some of this group affect the heart's electrical timing. Persistent vomiting needs a diagnosis. Do not keep suppressing it without seeing a doctor, especially with abdominal pain, fever or blood.

Do not take Diligan if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Not for people with bleeding, blockage or perforation of the gut, or with certain heart rhythm disorders.

Interactions with other medicines

Antifungals, some antibiotics and heart-rhythm medicines increase the risk of rhythm problems when combined. Adds to the drowsiness of alcohol and sedatives.

How to store Diligan 25 mg

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Diligan 25 mg

If you are using Diligan 25 Tablet for motion sickness, it should be taken an hour before your travel. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Diligan 25 Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness. Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Diligan 25 Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

DR.REDDYS

Therapeutic class:

NEURO CNS

Drug class:

Anti-emetic / prokinetic

Chemical class:

Diphenylmethanes