Dimetindene

Overview
Dimetindene is an antipruritic antihistamine, characterized by relatively small size and rapid onset.

Indications
Dimetindene is indicated as symptomatic treatment of allergic reactions including upper respiratory tract, food and drug, urticaria, and pruritus (except cholestasis). It may used to treat insect stings and eruptive skin diseases such as chicken pox.

Side effects

 * drowsiness
 * gastrointestinal disturbances
 * nausea
 * dryness of throat and mouth
 * vertigo
 * headaches

Also reported

 * impotency
 * oedema
 * cutaneous eruptions
 * muscle spasms
 * respiratory disturbances