Loratyn-10 tabl. #100

What is Loratyn 10 mg and what is it used for?

Loratyn 10 mg is a non-sedating antihistamine containing loratadine. It is used to relieve allergy symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itching, and itchy eyes. It can also help with chronic hives and other allergic skin disorders.

What does Loratyn 10 mg look like?

It is a white, oblong, uncoated tablet with "H 10" embossed on one side.

How does Loratyn 10 mg work?

Loratadine blocks histamine, a chemical released during allergic reactions, reducing allergy symptoms.

Who manufactures Loratyn 10 mg?

HOVID Bhd., located in Ipoh, Malaysia.

What are the available presentations and pack sizes?

Plastic bottles of 100 and 500 tablets, and blisters of 2 x 10 and 10 x 10 tablets.

What is the usual dose for adults and adolescents?

10 mg once daily, taken orally.

What is the usual dose for geriatric patients?

10 mg once daily, but monitor for side effects.

What about patients with severe liver impairment?

5 mg once daily or 10 mg on alternate days is recommended.

Are there any contraindications to using Loratyn 10 mg?

Sensitivity to loratadine. Use with caution in patients with bladder neck obstruction, prostatic hypertrophy, urinary retention, glaucoma, or severe liver impairment.

What are the potential side effects?

Generally well-tolerated, but rare side effects include fatigue, nausea, headache, alopecia, anaphylaxis, and abnormal hepatic function.

Is Loratyn 10 mg safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women?

Safety during pregnancy is not established. Small amounts are excreted in breast milk; consider risks and benefits.

Can I drive or operate machinery after taking Loratyn 10 mg?

It is generally non-sedating, but avoid driving or operating machinery until you know its effects on you.

Can Loratyn 10 mg interact with other medications?

Yes, it can interact with drugs that inhibit or are metabolized by hepatic cytochromes P450, 3A4 and/or 2D6.

What medications are known to interact with Loratyn 10 mg?

Examples include ketoconazole, erythromycin, and cimetidine.

What are the symptoms of Loratyn 10 mg overdose?

Somnolence (sleepiness), tachycardia (rapid heartbeat), and headache.

What should I do in case of overdosage?

Seek immediate medical attention. Treatment includes inducing vomiting, administering activated charcoal, or performing gastric lavage.

How should I store Loratyn 10 mg?

Below 25°C and protected from moisture.