Early spring is a very unpleasant time for allergy sufferers, because such trees as birch and alder, strong provocateurs begin to blossom. Completely eliminate all unpleasant symptoms that accompany allergies, will help Loratadin, indications for the use of the drug are allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis of any origin. The medicine will cope with both itchy skin and insect bites.
Features of the application Loratadina
The composition of Loratadine tablets is quite predictable, the main active ingredient in them is loratadine. Starch, cellulose, lactose and other binding components were used as auxiliary components. The therapeutic effect of the drug is based on the fact that loratadine has the function of a blocker of H1-histamine receptors of the human body. They are responsible for such manifestations of allergies, as sneezing, itching, inflammation of mucous membranes. The drug belongs to selective antagonists of H1 receptors of the third generation, it is one of the newest developments, which not only demonstrates excellent efficacy, but also practically does not harm our body. There are very few side effects.
The use of Loratadine tablets is justified for the treatment of the following diseases:
- seasonal allergic rhinitis;
- year-round allergic rhinitis;
- allergic conjunctivitis;
- Pollinosis ;
- not passing idiopathic urticaria;
- itching dermatoses of allergic origin;
- angioedema;
- pseudoallergic manifestations caused by histamine-liberators;
- allergic reactions to insect bites.
As an aid, tablets from Loratadin allergy can also be used for the complex treatment of bronchial asthma. In contrast to similar drugs, the probability of bronchospasm with the use of this drug is extremely small.
Method of application of loratadine and dose
The way of using Loratadin does not cause difficulties. The medicine should be taken in the morning on an empty stomach before eating. The tablet should be washed down with a small amount of clean, cold water. Since the main active substance is not soluble in water, the drug will only act if it has entered the intestine. Therefore, the first effect of using Loratadin can be observed after 40 minutes after administration. The maximum effect comes after 3-4 hours. In general, the action of one tablet is enough to get rid of allergy manifestations for a day.
Adults and children over 12 years of age are recommended to take 10 mg of medication every day at the same time. This dose corresponds to 1 tablet of Loratadine. Children, aged from 2 to 12 years, the amount of the drug should be reduced in half. If the weight of the child exceeds 30 kg, the treatment can be carried out according to the adult scheme. The duration of application of Loratadine for all patients is 28 days. If there is a need to continue using the drug, you should consult a therapist.
The maximum daily dose is 40 mg of Loratadine, if the concentration of the substance in the blood exceeds the symptoms of toxic poisoning. In this case, immediately call an ambulance and rinse the stomach.
Pregnant women, as well as persons suffering from liver and kidney disease, should be selected individually, this
Side effects of the drug is quite small, these include violations of the body, such as:
- nausea;
- tachycardia ;
- drowsiness;
- headache;
- general weakness and others.
It is also not recommended to take the drug at the same time with alcohol-containing medicines.