Check Availability & Expiry
INTRODUCTION
LORATIN 10MG contain loratadine which belongs to a group of medicine called antihistamines. It is used to relieve allergy symptoms such as runny and blocked nose, sneezing, watery eyes (e.g. in hay fever) and skin condition with pale or red irregular raised patches and severe itching (urticaria).
LORATIN 10MG works by blocking the effects of histamine, which may be overproduced in allergic reactions which causes unpleasant symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes, running or blocked nose, sneezing and skin rashes. The common side effects are drowsiness, headache, increased appetite, difficulty sleeping, nervousness, tiredness.
Always take LORATIN 10MG exactly as your doctor has told you. This medicine must be taken with or without food and try to take at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. It is strictly not recommended for use in children under 2 years. Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had kidney disease, heart disease, liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
USES OF LORATIN 10MG
- Relieve allergy symptoms such as runny and blocked nose, sneezing, watery eyes (e.g. in hay fever)
- Relieve skin condition with pale or red irregular raised patches and severe itching (urticaria)
HOW LORATIN 10MG WORKS
LORATIN 10MG works by blocking the effects of histamine, which may be overproduced in allergic reactions which causes unpleasant symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes, running or blocked nose, sneezing and skin rashes.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Always take LORATIN 10MG exactly as your doctor has told you. It must be taken with or without food and try to take at the same time each day. It should be swallowed whole with water. Do not crush or chew the medicine.
SIDE EFFECTS OF LORATIN 10MG
SERIOUS
- allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, narrowing of the airways causing difficulty breathing, shock, collapse, rash, itching
COMMON
- drowsiness
- headache
- increased appetite
- difficulty sleeping
- nervousness
- tiredness
HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS
Headache:
Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.
WARNING & PRECAUTIONS
PREGNANCY
LORATIN 10MG is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
BREASTFEEDING
LORATIN 10MG is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any machine while taking this medicine as it may cause drowsiness.
ALCOHOL
Consumption of alcohol is not recommended during treatment with LORATIN 10MG.
KIDNEY
LORATIN 10MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from active kidney diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
LIVER
LORATIN 10MG should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver function impairment or active liver diseases. Consult your doctor for advice.
ALLERGY
Do not take LORATIN 10MG if you are allergic (hypersensitive) to loratadine or any other ingredients in this medicine.
INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor about all the medicines you use, including prescription and non-prescription medicines and herbal supplements.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Loratadine |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Histamine H1 Antagonist, Second Generation, Piperidine Derivative |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Symptoms of allergic rhinitis, skin allergies, Urticaria (hives) |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Cream, Syrup |
MORE INFORMATION
Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.
FAQs ABOUT LORATIN 10MG
Does LORATIN 10MG relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies?
Yes, it helps to relieve the symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies.
How quickly does LORATIN 10MG work?
It starts working within an hour of taking it. The maximum benefit of this medicine is seen within 6 hours and the effect lasts for 24 hours.
Can LORATIN 10MG cause headache?
Yes, this medicine may cause headache in some individuals. Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.
REFERENCES
1. KD Tripathi. Histamine and Antihistaminics. Essentials of Medical Pharmacology. Seventh Edition,2013. Page - 166.
2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. Page - 2297-2300.
3. Gursharan Sidhu 1, Hossein Akhondi 2. Loratadine. NIH: National Library of Medicine, National center of biotechnology Information Pubmed.gov. Jan 2020.6 Jul 2020 [Accessed 25 Dec 2020] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31194418/
4. Accord; Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC); [Revised on Oct 2019] [Accessed 25 Dec 2020] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.4501.pdf
USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
- Absolute Eosinophil Count
- Peripheral Smear Examination
- Total IgE
PRODUCT DETAILS
ALTERNATE BRANDS View All
The contents of this website are for informational purposes only and not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek the advice of a physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Do not disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
