The drug "Loratadin" is available in the form of white flat-cylindrical tablets. The main active ingredient is loratadine, among the auxiliary components are milk sugar, microcrystalline cellulose , calcium stearic acid, closcarmellose sodium.
The medicine is a long-acting antihistamine. The mechanism of its action is based on the blockade of the release of C4 leukotriene and histamine from mast cells. The medicine is capable of exerting anti-allergic, antipruritic and anti-exudative action, while preventing the development of tissue edema and reducing capillary permeability. In addition, Loratadin relieves cramps in smooth muscles. It is important that the drug does not have a sedative effect and is not able to be addictive; does not have an anticholinergic effect.
The antiallergic effect develops half an hour after the administration of the drug inside, reaches a peak action after 8 to 12 hours, while the action lasts for a day.
"Loratadine": instructions (indications and contraindications )
Specialists prescribe this drug for allergic seasonal or year-round rhinitis, conjunctivitis, hay fever, urticaria, Quincke's edema, itchy dermatosis. "Loratadine" is also used in the manifestation of pseudo-allergic reactions caused by the release of histamine and allergic reactions to the bites of various insects.
Tablets are contraindicated in case of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug. It is not recommended to take it during pregnancy or breastfeeding. It is used very carefully for liver or kidney failure.
"Loratadine": instructions (use and dosage)
It is taken orally. Adults and children weighing more than 30 kg should take 10 mg only once a day. People who suffer from liver failure should begin treatment with a lower dose of 5 mg per day. Children from two to twelve years old with a body weight of less than 30 kg are prescribed one dose of 5 mg per day.
"Loratadine" : instructions (side effects)
After applying Loratadine, various side effects from various systems and organs may appear.
On the part of the central nervous system, this is anxiety, agitation, increased fatigue, severe headache; from the genitourinary system - changes in the color of urine, dysmenorrhea, vaginitis, painful urges; from the musculoskeletal system - arthralgia, spasms of the calf muscles.
In addition, there may be various disorders associated with the skin (dermatitis), the digestive system (nausea, dry mouth, vomiting, constipation, taste change, flatulence, gastritis, etc.), the respiratory system (dry nose, cough, sinusitis ), the cardiovascular system of other side effects - chest or back pain, fever, pain in the mammary glands.
"Loratadine" : instructions (overdose and other information)
With an overdose of tablets, drowsiness, headache and tachycardia occur. It is necessary to take certain therapeutic measures: induction of vomiting, intake of activated charcoal, and, if necessary, gastric lavage.
During treatment, you need to refrain from engaging in hazardous activities that require a high concentration of attention and a fairly quick psychomotor reaction.
Store the medicine "Loratadine" in a dark place at a temperature of up to 25 degrees Celsius. Shelf life - two years from the date of issue. From pharmacies dispensed without a prescription.
Attention! This manual is for informational purposes only. It should not affect the decision to use the drug. Be sure to consult with a specialist and read the instructions from the manufacturer.