Introduction

Uses of Riz 10

Allergic conditions

Side effects of Riz 10

Sleepiness

How to use Riz 10

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. Riz 10 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Riz 10 works

Riz 10 is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Riz 10 to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
It's much less likely to make you feel sleepy than other similar medications.
It is okay to take Riz 10 with most other medications as it has few drug interactions.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Riz 10 can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Do not drink alcohol while taking Riz 10 as it may cause increased sleepiness.
Stop taking Riz 10 at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: Riz 10 may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Riz 10 is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Riz 10 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.\nLarger doses or prolonged use of Riz 10 may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
SAFE – Driving: Riz 10 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Riz 10 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Riz 10 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nNot recommended in patients with severe kidney disease. May cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Riz 10 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Riz 10 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.