Acrivastine
Acrivastine
Acrivastine (pronounced as ak-ri-vas-tine) is a type of antihistamine used primarily for the treatment of allergies.
Etymology
The term "Acrivastine" is derived from the chemical name 2-[(2E)-3-(4-methylphenyl)-3-[(2-methylphenyl)methyl]prop-2-enyl]-4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazole. The name is a combination of parts of the chemical name.
Usage
Acrivastine is used to alleviate the symptoms of allergic reactions such as hay fever, hives, and eczema. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
Related Terms
- Antihistamine: A type of drug that blocks the effects of histamine in the body.
- Histamine: A compound that is released by cells in response to injury and in allergic and inflammatory reactions, causing contraction of smooth muscle and dilation of capillaries.
- Allergies: A condition in which the immune system reacts abnormally to a foreign substance.
- Hay Fever: An allergic response to pollen or dust mites in which the nasal passages become inflamed.
- Hives: A skin condition characterized by the appearance of itchy swellings.
- Eczema: A medical condition in which patches of skin become rough and inflamed with blisters which cause itching and bleeding.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Acrivastine
- Wikipedia's article - Acrivastine
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