Lorel Tablet 10mg

About Lorel Tablet 10mg

Lorel Tablet Uses

• Seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever)
• Perennial allergic rhinitis
• Chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives)
• Skin itching and rash due to allergies
• Relief from sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes

Lorel Tablet Benefits

• Once daily dosing for convenient allergy control
• Non-sedating at the recommended adult dose
• Fast acting relief starting within an hour
• Effective for both seasonal and year round allergies
• Suitable for long term use in chronic urticaria

What Experts Say

Loratadine is a second generation antihistamine that does not cross the blood brain barrier easily, which is why physicians prefer it over older sedating agents for daytime allergy control. Doctors often recommend a single 10mg dose in the morning for adult patients with seasonal or perennial rhinitis.

Physicians typically advise loratadine be taken on an empty stomach for more consistent absorption, though it can be taken with food if it causes mild stomach upset. Monitoring is rarely needed for a healthy adult, but liver impairment can slow clearance and doctors may space out dosing to every other day in such patients.

Clinical guidelines generally favor loratadine over first generation antihistamines for patients who need daytime symptom control without impairing concentration or driving safety. Physicians also note that regular, once daily use tends to give steadier relief for chronic hives than as needed dosing.

Drug Class

• Antihistamine (Second Generation, Non Sedating)
• H1 Receptor Antagonist

Lorel Tablet 10mg formula

• Loratadine

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Lorel Tablet 10mg?

• Take one tablet (10mg) once daily, usually in the morning
• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Can be taken with or without food
• Try to take it at the same time each day for best results
• Do not exceed the dose recommended by the physician
• Not recommended for children under 2 years without medical advice

Drug Interactions

• Ketoconazole: Can increase loratadine blood levels when used together
• Erythromycin: May raise plasma concentration of loratadine
• Cimetidine: Can slow the metabolism of loratadine and increase its effect
• CNS Depressants and Alcohol: Combined use may add to drowsiness in sensitive individuals

Risks and warnings

• Liver Impairment: Dose adjustment or alternate day dosing may be needed in patients with significant liver disease
• Kidney Impairment: Caution advised in patients with severe kidney disease since drug clearance may be reduced
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Use only if clearly needed and advised by a doctor
• Allergy History: Avoid in patients with known hypersensitivity to loratadine or desloratadine

Lorel Tablet Side Effects

• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Fatigue or drowsiness (uncommon)
• Nausea
• Stomach upset
• Nervousness or restlessness
• Dizziness

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place
• Keep the tablet strip in its original packaging away from moisture
• Protect from direct sunlight and humidity
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack