Rup AL 10mg Tablet
Product introduction
Rup AL 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It provides relief from allergic symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes.
Rup AL 10mg Tablet should 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.
Some common side effects of this medicine include dizziness, headache, sleepiness, dry mouth, fatigue, and weakness. Do not drive or do anything that needs attention until you know how this medicine affects you. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects 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.
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 Rup AL Tablet
Benefits of Rup AL Tablet
In Allergic conditions
Rup AL 10mg 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, Rup AL 10mg 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 Rup AL 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 Rup AL
- Sleepiness
- Dryness in mouth
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Fatigue
- Weakness
How to use Rup AL 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. Rup AL 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Rup AL Tablet works
Rup AL 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Rup AL 10mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rup AL 10mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Rup AL 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Rup AL 10mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Rup AL 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Rup AL 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Rup AL Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Rup AL 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.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Rup AL 10mg Tablet to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- 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 Rup AL 10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Your doctor has prescribed Rup AL 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 Rup AL 10mg Tablet at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzocycloheptapyridine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Rup AL with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Do not take Rupatadine with Azithromycin.
Concurrent use may increase the blood levels of Rupatadine.
Do not take Rupatadine with Azithromycin.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of disturance in the heart rhythms.
Do not consume Rupatadine with Clarithromycin. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as headache, dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, tiredness, nausea or abdomina
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Rup AL Tablet for?
Allergic cond*
100%
*Allergic conditions
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
67%
Average
33%
What were the side-effects while using Rup AL 10mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Rup AL Tablet?
Empty stomach
100%
FAQs
Is Rup AL 10mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Rup AL 10mg Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Rup AL 10mg Tablet is an anti allergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.
How does Rup AL 10mg Tablet work?
Rup AL 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is an anti allergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.
Is Rup AL 10mg Tablet over-the-counter?
Yes, Rup AL 10mg Tablet may be available over-the-counter. Patients should follow the advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Is Rup AL 10mg Tablet an antibiotic?
No, Rup AL 10mg Tablet is not an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Rup AL 10mg Tablet is an anti allergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.
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- Rupatadine. Petersfield, Hampshire: Aspire Pharma Ltd.; 2007 [revised 5 Dec. 2018]. [Accessed 01 Aprl. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Hetero Drugs Ltd
Address: 7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad – 500 018. Telangana, INDIA
Country of origin: India
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