Lorafast 5 mg/5 ml (Oral Suspension)
60 ml bottle: ৳ 36.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Loratadine |
| Company | Albion laboratories limited |
Indications
- Relief from seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Relief from perennial allergic rhinitis
- Relief from skin allergies
- Alleviates symptoms of allergic rhinitis
- Effective in idiopathic urticaria
- Symptomatic relief for children over 2 years
Pharmacology
- Contains Loratadine
- Non-sedative histamine Hr receptor antagonist
- Antiallergic properties
- Long-acting tricyclic antihistamine
- Selective peripheral Hi-receptor antagonistic activity
- Rapid and long-lasting effect
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: one tablet daily
- Children 2-12 years dosage based on body weight
- Not recommended for children below 2 years
Interaction
- No hazardous interactions reported
- No potentiating effects with alcohol
- Potential elevation of plasma concentrations with certain drugs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity or idiosyncrasy to components
Side Effects
- Comparable incidence of adverse events to placebo
- No sedation or anticholinergic effects observed in studies
- Comparable to placebo in driving performance tests
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not advisable during pregnancy
- Excreted in breast milk in small amounts
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in patients with liver impairment or renal insufficiency
Overdose Effects
- Reported effects in adults: somnolence, tachycardia, headache
- Reported effects in children: extrapyramidal signs, palpitations
- General symptomatic and supportive measures recommended
Therapeutic Class
- Non-sedating antihistamines
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place
- Away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children