Loridin 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.

Loridin Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach. 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.

As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy. But, it may cause some amount of dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that needs attention. Consult your doctor if it persists or worries you. It may also cause headaches, fatigue, dry mouth, and increase appetite in some cases. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart.

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.

Uses of Loridin Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Loridin Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Loridin Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. This medicine is fast-acting and has a long duration of action (24 hours). Moreover, Loridin Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

Side effects of Loridin 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 Loridin

Sleepiness
Headache
Fatigue
Dryness in mouth

How to use Loridin 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. Loridin Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Loridin Tablet works

Loridin 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

Loridin Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Loridin Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Loridin Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Loridin Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Loridin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Loridin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Loridin Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Loridin Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Loridin Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Loridin 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.

All substitutes

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Loridin 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 Loridin Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Loridin Tablet should not be given to children under 12 years of age.
Patients with underlying medical conditions like liver, kidney disorders, diabetes, convulsions, etc. should consult their treating doctor before consuming Loridin Tablet.
Loridin Tablet should not be given to children under 12 years of age.
Patients with underlying medical conditions like liver, kidney disorders, diabetes, convulsions, etc. should consult their treating doctor before consuming Loridin Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Piperidine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

Throat irritation pain cold allergic Throat pain irritation cold allergic

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Warm saline gargles, Tab Loridin 1 tab OD x 3 days

I suffer with eye itching , eye dryness , rhinitis and nasal congestion kind of allergic attack for that kindly give me treatment

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Tab Loridin 1 tab Od

User feedback

Patients taking Loridin Tablet

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90%

Twice A Day

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What are you using Loridin Tablet for?

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*Allergic conditions

How much was the improvement?

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What were the side-effects while using Loridin Tablet?

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FAQs

How quickly does Loridin Tablet work?

Loridin Tablet starts working within an hour of taking it. The maximum benefit of this medicine is seen within 6 hours and the effect lasts for 24 hours.

Is Loridin Tablet effective?

Loridin 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 Loridin Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can Loridin Tablet cause heart problems?

Yes, Loridin Tablet may cause fast or irregular heartbeat and palpitations, especially in patients with heart problems. Patients who are already suffering from heart disease should remain careful while taking Loridin Tablet. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have heart problems.

What if I forget to take a dose of Loridin Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Loridin 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.

Does Loridin Tablet relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies?

Yes, Loridin Tablet relieves the symptoms of upper respiratory allergies or hay fever which can be caused by outdoor and indoor allergens. It relieves the symptoms of itchy or watery eyes, runny nose, and sneezing, or itching of the nose or throat.

Can Loridin Tablet make you sleepy?

Yes, drowsiness is a common side effect of this medicine. However, it does not affect everyone. But in case the drowsiness starts hampering your daily life, consult your doctor who might suggest another anti-allergic medicine which does not cause sleepiness.

Can you overdose on Loridin Tablet?

No, never take an overdose of any medicine. Overdose of Loridin Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and dry mouth. If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Loridin Tablet, seek emergency medical service in a nearby hospital or contact your doctor immediately.

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