Manufacturer: Novartis India Ltd
Salt Composition : Loratadine(10mg)
Strip of 10 Tablet
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Tirlor 10mg 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 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.
Tirlor 10mg 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.
Loratadine has a rapid onset of action; it works within 1 to 3 hours, its effects peak within 8 to 12 hours, and elimination occurs through the fecal and renal routes. It has a half-life of approximately 8 hours, and the half-life of its active metabolite is 28 hours.
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 Tirlor
Sleepiness
Headache
Contraindications to loratadine include patients with documented hypersensitivity to the drug or components of the formulation, with strong contraindications in children under the age of 2 due to its antihistamine properties, which may cause CNS stimulation or seizures in young patients.
Tirlor 10mg Tablet 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.
Tirlor 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Tirlor 10mg 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.
Loratadine is used to temporarily relieve the symptoms of hay fever (allergy to pollen, dust, or other substances in the air) and other allergies. These symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes, nose, or throat. Loratadine is also used to treat itching and redness caused by hives.
Drug-Drug Interactions: The possible drug interaction of LORATADINE include a medicine used to treat low blood pressure (midodrine), a medicine used to treat an irregular heartbeat (amiodarone), anti-fungal medications (ketoconazole), an antibiotic (erythromycin), antihypertensives (midodrine), anti-HIV medications (ritonavir), and an indigestion medicine (cimetidine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Consuming large amounts of alcohol and fruit juices, including grapefruit, orange and apple, may decrease the levels of LORATADINE in your body.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Persons dealing with liver or kidney disease are not allowed to take LORATADINE as it may cause serious illness.
Do not chew, crush or break it. Tirlor 10mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Tirlor 10mg 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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Tirlor 10mg 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 Tirlor 10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Tirlor 10mg 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 Tirlor 10mg Tablet.
Tirlor 10mg 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 Tirlor 10mg 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. Tirlor 10mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Q. How quickly does Tirlor 10mg Tablet work?
Tirlor 10mg 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.
Q. Is Tirlor 10mg Tablet effective?
Tirlor 10mg 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 Tirlor 10mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can Tirlor 10mg Tablet cause heart problems?
Yes, Tirlor 10mg 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 Tirlor 10mg Tablet. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have heart problems.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Tirlor 10mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Tirlor 10mg 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.
