JEE Main202116 Mar 2021Morning ShiftChemistryChemistry in Everyday LifeActual

The functions of antihistamine are :

Options

AAntiallergic and Analgesic
BAntacid and Antiallergic
CAnalgesic and antacid
DAntiallergic and antidepressant

Correct answer

B. Antacid and Antiallergic

Step-by-step solution

Antihistamines are used to relieve or prevent the symptoms of hay fever and other types of allergy. They work by preventing the effects of a substance called histamine, which is produced by the body. Histamines can cause itching, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes. Hence, antihistamines are used as antacid and Antiallergic.

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