Description
Ebastine is a second-generation antihistamine and anti-inflammatory compound that is clinically used to treat allergic rhinitis. Like other newer antihistamines, administration of ebastine results in less of a sedative effect than early antihistamines. Ebastine also increases production of IFN-γ. This compound acts as an antagonist at histamine H1 receptors.
References
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Ciprandi G, Cirillo I, Pistorio A, et al. Ebastine increases IFN-gamma production in patients with persistent allergic rhinitis. J Biol Regul Homeost Agents. 2009 Jan-Mar;23(1):31-6. PMID: 19321044.
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