Allerde 5mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Allerde 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling and rashes.
Allerde 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.
You may experience dizziness and sleepiness after taking the medicine. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist or worry you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart as antihistamines can cause your heart to beat faster.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.
Uses of Allerde Tablet
- Allergic eye disease
- Nasal allergy symptoms
- Allergic conditions
- Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
- Allergic skin conditions
Side effects of Allerde Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Allerde
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
How to use Allerde Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Allerde 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Allerde Tablet works
Allerde 5mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Allerde 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Allerde 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Allerde 5mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Allerde 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Allerde 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Allerde 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Allerde 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Allerde 5mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Allerde Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Allerde 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Allerde 5mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Allerde 5mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperidine Derivate
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Allerde with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Desloratadine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time.
Concurrent use may cause increased sleepiness.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness
Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high blood pressure.
Do not take Tranylcypromine with Desloratadine. If concurrent use is essential, talk
Desloratadine may block the action of Betahistine.
Take Desloratadine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Allerde 5mg Tablet
Once A Day
87%
Twice A Day
13%
What are you using Allerde Tablet for?
Allergic cond*
80%
Others
20%
*Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Allerde 5mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Allerde Tablet?
With food
100%
Please rate Allerde 5mg Tablet on price
Average
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FAQs
What is Allerde 5mg Tablet used for?
Allerde 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of allergic conditions causing runny nose, redness and watering of eyes, sneezing and allergic reactions to medicines and food.
What should I know before using Allerde 5mg Tablet?
Before using Allerde 5mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Allerde 5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have, or have had any problems with your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
Is Allerde 5mg Tablet safe?
Allerde 5mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
How does Allerde 5mg Tablet work?
Allerde 5mg Tablet works by blocking the release of a naturally occurring substance in our body known as histamine, that is responsible for producing symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, sneezing and red or watery eyes.
What if I forget to take a dose of Allerde 5mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Allerde 5mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Allerde 5mg Tablet effective?
Allerde 5mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Allerde 5mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: East West Pharma
Address: No. 10, 2nd Cross, Maravaneri, Salem - 636007, Tamil Nadu.
Country of origin: India
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