Slor 5 Tablet
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Your child’s medicine at a glance
Slor 5 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.
Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet in children
- Allergic eye disease
- Nasal allergy symptoms
- Allergic conditions
- Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies
- Allergic skin conditions
Side effects of Slor 5 Tablet in children
Slor 5 Tablet does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Slor
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
How can I give Slor 5 Tablet to my child?
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. Slor 5 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Slor Tablet works
Slor 5 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
Kidney
CAUTION
Slor 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Slor 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Slor 5 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Slor 5 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if I forget to give Slor 5 Tablet to my child?
If you miss a dose of Slor 5 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 Slor 5 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 Slor 5 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
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Second-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Interaction with drugs
Taking Slor with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase sleepiness.
Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration or alertness until you know how the medicines affect you.
Concurrent use may cause increased sleepiness.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Thalidomide side effects such as drowsiness, excessive sedation, tiredness
Desloratadine may reduce the efficacy of Dalteparin.
Your doctor may frequently monitor your blood clotting time.
Concurrent use may cause fever, flushing, sweating, unconsciousness, and high blood pressure.
Do not take Tranylcypromine with Desloratadine. If concurrent use is essential, talk
Desloratadine may block the action of Betahistine.
Take Desloratadine with Betahistine only if prescribed by your doctor.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Slor 5 Tablet used for?
Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet?
Before using Slor 5 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet safe?
Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet work?
Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet effective?
Slor 5 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 Slor 5 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
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