Loratadine
Information about Loratadine
Loratadine Uses
Loratadine is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.
How Loratadine works
Loratadine 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.
Common side effects of Loratadine
Sleepiness, Headache, Increased appetite
Available Medicine for Loratadine
LormegAlembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹25 to ₹542 variant(s)
AlortiMohrish Pharmaceuticals
₹701 variant(s)
LadEmpiai Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
₹521 variant(s)
LordilPsychotropics India Ltd
₹401 variant(s)
BecotabIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹111 variant(s)
ClaridinMorepen Laboratories Ltd
₹19 to ₹482 variant(s)
FozilIntel Pharmaceuticals
₹501 variant(s)
LorzetMedicowin Remedies (P) Ltd
₹451 variant(s)
OnlordElder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹431 variant(s)
EldinCaptab Biotec
₹371 variant(s)
Expert advice for Loratadine
- Your doctor has prescribed Loratadine 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 Loratadine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Loratadine 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 Loratadine.