Rosela 10 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 12.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 360.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 120.00
Medicine Details
Category | Details |
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Generic | Rupatadine fumarate |
Company | Healthcare pharmaceuticals ltd |
Also available as |
Indications
- Symptomatic treatment of Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
- Symptomatic treatment of Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
- Symptomatic treatment of Urticaria
Pharmacology
- Long-acting antagonist of histamine H1-receptors
- Antagonizes platelet activating factor (PAF)
- Inhibits degranulation of mast cells
- Inhibits release of cytokines like TNF alpha
- Dual mode of action for better therapeutic effect
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 10 mg once a day
- Adolescent dosage: Same as adults
- Children dosage (25 kg or more): 5 ml of oral solution once daily
- Children dosage (10 to less than 25 kg): 2.5 ml oral solution once daily
Interaction
- Increased systemic exposure with ketoconazole or erythromycin
- Use with caution with statins, CNS depressants, or alcohol
- Avoid concurrent use with grapefruit or grapefruit juice
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Rupatadine or any excipients
Side Effects
- Common: Asthenia, dizziness, drowsiness
- Uncommon: Increased appetite, arthralgia, back pain, cough, diarrhea, nausea
- Rare: Palpitations, tachycardia
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended during pregnancy unless benefits outweigh risks
- Not recommended during lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Use with caution in patients with prolonged QT interval
- Use with caution in elderly patients
- Not recommended in patients with impaired kidney or liver function
Use in Special Populations
- Use with caution in elderly patients
- Not established for patients below 12 years of age
- Not recommended in patients with renal or hepatic insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Most common adverse reaction is somnolence
- Symptomatic treatment and supportive measures for high doses
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C, protect from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C26H26ClN3
Common Questions about Rosela 10 mg Tablet
- H1-receptors antagonist
- Used for seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis and urticaria
- Unsafe during pregnancy, uncertain during breastfeeding
- Caution advised for driving and kidney function