Alostop Soft Capsule (Loratadine)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 12 years: administer 10 mg of loratadine orally once daily.

Child dose

For children aged 6-12 years weighing 30 kg or more: administer 10 mg once daily.

This medicine should not be taken by anyone who has had an allergic reaction to this medicine or any of its ingredients. It is not safe for children under 6 years old. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should also avoid this medication. During the use of this medicine, do not take specific drugs such as cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, quinidine, fluconazole, and fluoxetine together. These medications can slow down the body's breakdown of this medicine, increasing blood concentration. It is advisable not to take this medicine while breastfeeding, as it may be passed into breast milk. Patients with liver or kidney function issues should consult with a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. If unusual symptoms such as headache, drowsiness, dizziness, or skin rash occur during use, stop taking it immediately and consult with a professional. In case of overdose, immediate treatment is required, and emergency measures such as inducing vomiting or gastric lavage should be performed. Do not induce vomiting in an unconscious patient, and continuously monitor the condition after treatment. If planning to undergo a skin irritation test, it is advisable to stop taking this medicine 48 hours prior to the test. This medicine should be kept in a safe place out of the reach of children, and stored in its original container tightly sealed to maintain its quality.

Serious side effects

• Anaphylaxis including angioedema
• liver dysfunction
• loss of rhythm.

Mild side effects

Sedative effect, anticholinergic effect, headache, faintness, drowsiness, dry mouth, gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, gastritis), increased appetite, tachycardia, fatigue, rash, alopecia, palpitations, dizziness, convulsions.

Drug interactions

Do not take this medicine with cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, quinidine, fluconazole, or fluoxetine.

This medicine must be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. Additionally, to maintain the efficacy of the medicine, it is important to store it at room temperature, specifically between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

A blue transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to pale blue transparent liquid.

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)