Lorvine 10mg Injection
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Product introduction
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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.
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 or 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.
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 or 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 Lorvine Injection
Benefits of Lorvine Injection
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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, Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine Injection
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 Lorvine
- Sleepiness
- Headache
- Increased appetite
How to use Lorvine Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Lorvine Injection works
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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
Lorvine 10mg Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lorvine 10mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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.
Because of its low milk levels and lack of sleepiness, use of Lorvine 10mg Injection would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Because of its low milk levels and lack of sleepiness, use of Lorvine 10mg Injection would not be expected to cause any adverse effects in breastfed babies.
Driving
SAFE
Lorvine 10mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lorvine 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lorvine 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lorvine 10mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lorvine 10mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lorvine Injection?
If you miss a dose of Lorvine 10mg Injection, 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
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Piperidine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Patient concerns
FAQs
How quickly does Lorvine 10mg Injection work?
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection effective?
Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can Lorvine 10mg Injection cause heart problems?
Yes, Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have heart problems.
What if I forget to take a dose of Lorvine 10mg Injection?
If you have missed a dose of Lorvine 10mg Injection, 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies?
Yes, Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection 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 Lorvine 10mg Injection?
No, never take an overdose of any medicine. Overdose of Lorvine 10mg Injection may cause dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and dry mouth. If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Lorvine 10mg Injection, seek emergency medical service in a nearby hospital or contact your doctor immediately.
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Name: Inovin Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
Address: SCF(Shop cum Flat)-1025, Basement, Moter Market, Manimajra, CHANDIGARH Chandigarh CH 160101 IN
Country of origin: India
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