Rota Tablet (Loratadine)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 12 years should take 10 mg of loratadine orally once a day.

Child dose

For children aged 6-12 years under 30 kg, administer 5 mg once daily. For those over 30 kg, administer 10 mg once daily.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to this drug or any of its ingredients. Children under 6 years of age should not use this medication. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding should not take this medication. This drug contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or certain genetic metabolic disorders should avoid taking it. During treatment with this drug, it should not be taken with medications such as cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, quinidine, fluconazole, or fluoxetine. Taking these medications together may delay the breakdown of this drug and increase blood concentration. Breastfeeding women are advised not to take this medication due to its transmission through breast milk. Patients with liver or kidney problems should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If severe drowsiness, headache, dizziness, nausea, or skin rash occurs while taking this medication, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. In case of overdose, seek medical attention immediately for symptomatic treatment, and do not induce vomiting if unconscious. If you are scheduled for a skin irritation test, it is advisable to discontinue this medication 48 hours prior to the test, as it may affect skin reactions. This medication should be kept out of reach of children and stored tightly closed in its original container. Transferring to another container may cause misuse or degradation of quality.

Serious side effects

• Anaphylaxis
• including angioedema
• liver dysfunction
• loss of arrhythmia

Mild side effects

Sedation, anticholinergic effects, headache, fainting, drowsiness, dry mouth, gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, gastritis), increased appetite, tachycardia, fatigue, rash, alopecia, palpitations, dizziness, convulsions

Drug interactions

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

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that is air-tight. Also, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the efficacy of the medication can be safely maintained.

Appearance

White oval tablet

Package unit

Bottle - 30 tablets/bottle, Bottle - 300 tablets/bottle