Pretin 10 mg Tablet, 1 strip

Pretin 10 mg — Composition & Pharmacology

Generic Name: Loratadine
Manufacturer: Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Drug Class: Second-generation Antihistamine (Non-sedating H1 antagonist)
Dosage Form: Tablet
Strength: 10 mg

Loratadine is a selective peripheral H1 receptor antagonist with minimal CNS penetration and no significant anticholinergic activity. It provides long-lasting relief from allergic symptoms with a once-daily dosing regimen and is virtually non-sedating at therapeutic doses.

Indications

• Seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis (sneezing, rhinorrhea, nasal pruritus)
• Chronic idiopathic urticaria and skin allergies
• Allergic conjunctivitis
• Dermatographic urticaria

Dosage & Administration

Adults and children >12 years: 10 mg once daily. Children 2–12 years (>30 kg): 10 mg once daily; (≤30 kg): 5 mg once daily. Take with or without food.

Contraindications & Precautions

• Hypersensitivity to loratadine or any excipient
• Use with caution in hepatic impairment (alternate-day dosing recommended)
• Caution during pregnancy and breastfeeding

Side Effects

Generally well tolerated. Common: headache, dry mouth, fatigue. Uncommon: somnolence, nausea, gastritis, tachycardia, palpitations. Non-sedating at recommended doses.

Drug Interactions

Ketoconazole, erythromycin, cimetidine: increase loratadine plasma levels. CNS depressants: minimal interaction at recommended doses.

Storage

Store below 30°C, away from moisture and direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children.

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