Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
Fact box
Interaction with drugs
Patient concerns
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Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet

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Marketer

Morepen Laboratories Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Desloratadine (5mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet 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.

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. 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.
You may experience dizziness and sleepiness after taking the medicine. These are usually mild and go away after a couple of days as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist or worry you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart as antihistamines can cause your heart to beat faster.
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. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

Uses of Des Loratahist Tablet

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Benefits of Des Loratahist Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet 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. Moreover, Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet 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 Des Loratahist Tablet

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 Des Loratahist

Sleepiness
Dizziness

How to use Des Loratahist 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. Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

How Des Loratahist Tablet works

Des Loratahist 5mg 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Available human data suggest that the drug does not pass into breast milk in clinically significant amounts and is unlikely to harm the infant.

Driving

SAFE

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

What if you forget to take Des Loratahist Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Des Loratahist 5mg 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.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Des Loratahist 5mg 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 Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Piperidine Derivate

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Action Class

Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines

Interaction with drugs

Taking Des Loratahist with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects

Mirtazapine (Oral Route) Moderate

Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you. Concurrent use may increase sleepiness.

Thalidomide (Oral Route) Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness, dizziness or slurred speech and consult your d... More

Dalteparin (Injection Route) Moderate

Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time. Desloratadine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.

Tranylcypromine (Oral Route) Moderate

Do not take Tranylcypromine with Desloratadine. If concurrent use is essential, talk to your doctor. Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high ... More

Betahistine (Oral Route) Mild

Take Desloratadine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor. Desloratadine may block the action of Betahistine.

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Patient concerns

cure treatment there in homeopathy for serial transmitted des

Dr. Manju Singh

Homeopathy

Please share your symptoms and reports in detail.

Allergic skin conditions in leg

Dr. Atula Gupta

Dermatology

kindly send the Pictures of affected area.

I have severe headache followed by vomits, ppl say I gt des headache if I gt tensed r anger it lasts fr about 2 to 3 days do I really need councelling? Pls guide as soon as possible

Dr. Jyoti Kapoor Madan

Psychiatry

Headaches can be triggered of by stress and anxiety. These are tension type headaches often further escalating a migraine. Treatment includes correct diagnosis, evaluation of history, identification of stress inducing factors and medication and psychotherapy. Please go through the link below- http://drjyotikapoor.com/2015/01/26/chronic-headaches-and-migraines/

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.

What is Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet used for?

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet is used for the treatment of allergic conditions causing runny nose, redness and watering of eyes, sneezing and allergic reactions to medicines and food.

What should I know before using Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet?

Before using Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have, or have had any problems with your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

Is Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet safe?

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How does Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet work?

Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet works by blocking the release of a naturally occurring substance in our body known as histamine, that is responsible for producing symptoms of allergies such as runny nose, sneezing and red or watery eyes.

What if I forget to take a dose of Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Des Loratahist 5mg 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.

Is Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet effective?

Des Loratahist 5mg 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 Des Loratahist 5mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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Marketer details

Name: Morepen Laboratories Ltd

Address: 409, Antriksh Bhawan, 22 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi - 110 001 / AG-82 Basement Ground Floor, Sanjay Gandhi Transport Nagar, North West Delhi-110042

Country of origin: India