Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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.
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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.
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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, Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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 Lormiz Tablet MD
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 Lormiz
Sleepiness
Headache
Fatigue
Dryness in mouth
How to use Lormiz Tablet MD
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not handle the tablets with wet hands. Put it in your mouth but do not swallow it. Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD is to be taken empty stomach.
How Lormiz Tablet MD works
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lormiz Tablet MD?
If you miss a dose of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD, 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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Your doctor has prescribed Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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 Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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 Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD.
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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 Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD.
Ive got tested for hiv after 4 months of possible exposure (not sure if partner was +ve and sex was with condom) and results were negative and its been 6 months till date after the possible exposure now i was suffering from blocked nose wnd difficulty in breathing so i went to a chest specialist and was given total ige" test and the report came +ve with very highly elevated ige levels about 2000 ku/l is there anything to worry and is there any relation between total ige levels and hiv im very stressed once again please help."
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
IgE levels indicate that the conditions is allergic
I am suffering with highly allergic conditions of sinus, my nose is always gets block for all seasons. Is there any permanent solution to get rid from allergic sinusitis??
Dr. Gladson Guddappa Uchil
ENT
Please use this app to find and meet a good Allergist in your city to examine you & do the needful. If you are able to make it to Bangalore, I would be very happy to help you out myself. My clinic Healthcare@Basaveshwaranagar is easily navigable on Google Maps.
I having problem of throat problem cum cough since 30 days back I m taking antibiotics like augmentin 375 from 15 days but there is no improvement in my throat pain
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
It can be allergic or due to acidity Visit ent specialist near u to rule out these conditions
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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.
Q. Is Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD effective?
Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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 Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD cause heart problems?
Yes, Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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 Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have heart problems.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD?
If you have missed a dose of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD, 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.
Q. Does Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies?
Yes, Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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.
Q. Can Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD 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.
Q. Can you overdose on Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD?
No, never take an overdose of any medicine. Overdose of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD may cause dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and dry mouth. If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Lormiz 10mg Tablet MD, seek emergency medical service in a nearby hospital or contact your doctor immediately.
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References
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 818-19.
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