Rupaset 10 mg (Tablet)

Title

• Rupaset 10 mg Tablet

Categories

• Medicine
• Allergy & Antihistamines

Description

• Rupaset is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of Seasonal & Perennial Allergic Rhinitis and Urticaria.
• Rupatadine is a long-acting, non-sedative antagonist of histamine H1-receptors. It also antagonizes the platelet activating factor (PAF).
• The recommended dose is 10 mg once a day. Rupatadine may be taken with or without food.
• With medicine: The concomitant administration of Rupaset 20 mg and ketoconazole or erythromycin increases the systemic exposure. Rupaset should be used with caution when it is administered concomitantly with these drug substances and other inhibitors of the isozyme CYP3A4.
• Common: Asthenia, dizziness, drowsiness.

Dimensions

• 6mm x 6mm x 3mm (tablet size)

Color Options

• White

Functions

• Symptomatic treatment of Seasonal & Perennial Allergic Rhinitis and Urticaria
• Antagonizes histamine H1-receptors
• Antagonizes platelet activating factor (PAF)
• Inhibition of degranulation of mast cells induced by immunological and non-immunological stimuli

Materials

• Rupatadine fumarate
• Inactive ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose, Lactose monohydrate, Povidone K-30, Crospovidone, Magnesium stearate, Hypromellose (E464), Macrogol

Technical Specifications

• Molecular Formula: C26H26ClN3
• Duration of action: 8 to 10 hours
• Onset of action: Within 75 minutes after administration

Design Elements

• Chemical structure: C26H26ClN3

Usability Features

• Recommended dose: 10 mg once a day
• Safe for adults and adolescents (over 12 years)
• Various dosages available for children aged 2 to 11 years

Side Effects

• Asthenia
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Increased appetite
• Arthralgia
• Back pain
• Concentration impaired
• Constipation
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Dry throat
• Epistaxis
• Fever
• Gastrointestinal discomfort
• Increased risk of infection
• Irritability
• Malaise
• Myalgia
• Nasal dryness
• Nausea
• Oropharyngeal pain
• Rash
• Thirst
• Vomiting
• Weight increased
• Palpitations
• Tachycardia

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Unsafe to use during pregnancy
• No data available for lactation
• Consult a doctor for usage during pregnancy or lactation

Precautions & Warnings

• Use with caution in patients with known prolongation of the QT interval
• Use with caution in elderly patients (65 years and older)
• Not recommended in patients with impaired kidney or liver function

Special Populations

• Use with caution in elderly patients
• Not established for patients less than 12 years of age
• Not recommended in patients with renal or hepatic insufficiency

Overdose Effects

• Common adverse reaction: somnolence
• Symptomatic treatment required
• Supportive measures should be given

Therapeutic Class

• Non-sedating antihistamines

Storage Conditions

• Store in cool & dry place below 30°C
• Protect from light & moisture
• Keep out of reach of children

Interaction

• Avoid concomitant administration with ketoconazole or erythromycin
• Use with caution when co-administered with statins, CNS depressants or alcohol
• Avoid simultaneous intake with grapefruit and grapefruit juice

Contraindications

• Hypersensitivity to Rupatadine or to any of the excipients

Chemical Structure Image

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