H1 histamine receptor antagonist; competes for H1-receptor sites in target cells in the respiratory tract, blood vessels, and gastrointestinal tract.
Non-sedative second generation

Loratadine tablets are used to relieve symptoms associated with seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and perennial allergic rhinitis.
Symptoms of these conditions can include sneezing, runny nose, nasal itching, in addition to burning, itching and watering of the eyes.
Loratadine tablets are also used to relieve symptoms of chronic idiopathic urticaria (skin rash consisting of hives and wheals).

Children aged less than 2 years of age: Not recommended
The tablet should be swallowed whole with a drink of water.
It may be taken with or without food.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine

Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids.
Try to breathe moist air. Use a humidifier or take a steamy shower.
Consume warm fluids (soup or tea) to provide relief for a stuffy nose and to loosen phlegm.
Eat a well-balanced diet. If you cannot, ensure you are getting enough nutrients by taking a daily multivitamin.
Avoid dairy products, as they can thicken phlegm.

Do not take the drug if you are allergic to loratadine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking loratadine if:

You have severe liver problems
You are due to have any skin tests for allergies. Do not take loratadine tablets for two days before having these tests. This is because it may affect the test results.

When taken concomitantly, the following medicines may increase the level of loratadine in blood and increase its side effects:
Ketoconazole (used to treat fungal infections)
Erythromycin (an antibiotic)
Cimetidine (used in the treatment of heartburn)

store below 25°c
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

Lorine 10 Mg Antihistamine Non-Drowsy - 10 Tabs

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