Product Name

• Loreta Tablets

Scientific Name

• DESLORATADINE 5 MG TAB

Category Of Loreta Tablets

• ANTIHISTAMINIC Tablets

Mechanism Of Action Of Desloratadine

• H1 histamine receptor antagonist; competes for H1-receptor sites in target cells in the respiratory tract, blood vessels, and gastrointestinal tract.
• Non-sedative third generation

Therapeutic Indications Of Loreta Tablets

• Desloratadine relieves symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal passages caused by an allergy, hay fever or allergy to dust mites) in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.
• These symptoms include sneezing, runny or itchy nose, itchy palate, and itchy, red or watery eyes.
• Desloratadine is also used to relieve symptoms of urticaria (a skin condition caused by an allergy).
• These symptoms include itching and hives.
• Relief of these symptoms lasts a full day and helps you to resume your normal daily activities and sleep.

Method Of Administration Of Loreta Tablets

• Adults and adolescents aged 12 years of age and over: The recommended dose is one tablet once a day, with water with or without food.
• This medicine is for oral use.
• Swallow the tablet whole.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Loreta Tablets

• Fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Headache
• Severe allergic reactions
• Rash
• Pounding or irregular heartbeat
• Fast heartbeat
• Stomach ache
• Feeling sick (nausea)
• Vomiting
• Upset stomach
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Inability to sleep
• Muscle pain
• Hallucinations
• Seizures
• Restlessness with increased body movement
• Liver inflammation
• Abnormal liver function tests

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Loreta Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, ask your doctor before taking this medicine

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Common Cold

• Get plenty of rest and drink plenty of fluids.
• Try to breathe moist air. Use a humidifier or take a steamy shower.
• Consume warm fluids (soup or tea) to provide relief for a stuffy nose and to loosen phlegm.
• Eat a well-balanced diet. If you cannot, ensure you are getting enough nutrients by taking a daily multivitamin.
• Avoid dairy products, as they can thicken phlegm.

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Loreta Tablets

• Do not use the tablets If you are allergic to desloratadine, or any of the other ingredients of this medicine.
• Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking Desloratadine:

1. if you have poor kidney function
2. If you have a medical or familial history of seizures

• There are no known interactions of desloratadine with other medicines. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines.

Storage Conditions Of Loreta Tablets

• store below 25°c
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Desloratadine

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit Medscape at Information About Desloratadine
• Visit Drugbank at Information About Desloratadine
• Visit drugs.com at Information About Desloratadine
• SFDA website