- The active component of Fenostal® is Dimethindene
maleate which is a phenindene derivative and is
histamine antagonist at the H1 receptor level and is
reported to have mast-cell stabilizing properties.
- In addition Dimethindene maleate has antikinin activity, a
slight anticholinergic and sedative effect.
- Accordingly it reduces the capillary hyperpermeability
associated with immediate hypersensitivity reactions.
- Fenostal® is used for symptomatic treatment of allergic
reactions as urticaria, allergies of the upper respiratory
tract such as perennial rhinitis, food and drug allergies.
- Pruritus in eruptive skin diseases such as chickenpox.
- Insect bites.
- As an adjuvant in eczema and other pruriginous
dermatoses of allergic origin.
- Fenostal® is also used in compound preparations for the
symptomatic treatment of coughs and the common cold.
Drops for children:
- Infants(1- 12) months: 3 -10 drops 3 times a day
- Children(1- 3) years: 10 -15 drops 3 times a day
- Children(3 - 12) years:15 -20 drops 3 times a day
Oral solution:
- Infants (1 -12 months): 1.5 -5 ml 3 times per day.
- Children (1- 3 years): 5- 7.5 ml 3 times per day.
- Children (3- 12 years): 7.5- 10 ml 3 times per day.
- Adolescents from 12 years and Adults: 10- 20 ml 3
times per day.
- Each 5 ml of Fenostal® Oral solution contains:
Dimethindene maleate 0.5 mg
- Each 1 ml of Fenostal® Oral Drops contains:
Dimethindene maleate 1 mg
- Hypersensitivity to Dimethindene maleate.
- Babies of less than one month of age.
- You should only use Fenostal® during pregnancy or
lactation if advised to do so by the doctor.
- Frequently: drowsiness, especially at high doses.
- Occasionally: nausea, dryness of mouth or throat,
vertigo and headaches.
- Rarely: edema, cutaneous eruptions, muscular spasm
and respiratory disturbances.
- Antihistamines can cause excitation in young children.
- Observe the customary precautions in case of narrow
angle glaucoma, urinary retention linked with
urethra-prostatic disorders and of chronic obstructive
pulmonary disorders.
- Caution is recommended in case of administration of the
syrup to the infants below the age of 1 year as the
sedative effect can be associated with episodes of sleep
apnea.
- This medication can affect reactions, the ability to drive
and the ability to use tools or machinery.
- Fenostal® oral solution: Bottle of 100 ml.
- Fenostal® oral drops: Bottle of 20 ml with
measuring dropper.
-Store at temperature below 30°C, protected from light.
