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Lorinol 10 Tablet

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Product introduction

Lorinol 10 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.

Lorinol 10 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.

Uses of Lorinol Tablet

Benefits of Lorinol Tablet

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Lorinol 10 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. This medicine is fast-acting and has a long duration of action (24 hours). Moreover, Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 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 Lorinol

  • Sleepiness
  • Headache

How to use Lorinol 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. Lorinol 10 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Lorinol Tablet works

Lorinol 10 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
Lorinol 10 Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lorinol 10 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lorinol 10 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.
Driving
SAFE
Lorinol 10 Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lorinol 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lorinol 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Lorinol 10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lorinol 10 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Lorinol Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
  • Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 Tablet.
  • Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 Tablet.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Piperidine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Interaction with drugs

Taking Lorinol with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Fosapine, Aprepit, Aprepep
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Apreone, Artepitant, Emetant
Life-threatening
Brand(s): Zuvair
Serious
Brand(s): Eurolam
Moderate

Patient concerns

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I had a cough and cold past two weeks i cosult doctor and take medicines 1.Rem cc 2.Lorinol 10 3.allegra 120 mg but still my cough persists with flum
Dr. Pushkar Mani
Physician
are ur prescribing doctor is allopathic, how can any one give both allegra and lorinolanyways leave all those medicine, i am giving u fresh meds, take on timeazithromycin 500 mg once daily in empty stomach for 3 dayssyrup Grilinctus 5 ml three times for 5 days
Allergic skin conditions in leg
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
kindly send the Pictures of affected area.
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FAQs

Q. How quickly does Lorinol 10 Tablet work?

Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 Tablet effective?

Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. Can Lorinol 10 Tablet cause heart problems?

Yes, Lorinol 10 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 Lorinol 10 Tablet. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have heart problems.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Lorinol 10 Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Lorinol 10 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.

Q. Does Lorinol 10 Tablet relieve symptoms of outdoor and indoor allergies?

Yes, Lorinol 10 Tablet 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.

Q. Can Lorinol 10 Tablet 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.

Q. Can you overdose on Lorinol 10 Tablet?

No, never take an overdose of any medicine. Overdose of Lorinol 10 Tablet may cause dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue and dry mouth. If you accidentally take more than the recommended dose of Lorinol 10 Tablet, seek emergency medical service in a nearby hospital or contact your doctor immediately.

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References

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