Lorius Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Desloratadine

Indications/Uses

Symptomatic relief associated w/ seasonal allergic rhinitis eg, sneezing, nasal secretion, itching/congestion, ocular itching, tearing & redness, itching of throat & coughing; associated w/ urticaria eg, itching, reduce the number & size of hives.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & childn (>12 yr) 10 mL once daily. Childn 6-11 yr 5 mL once daily, 1-5 yr 2.5 mL once daily, 6-11 mth 2 mL once daily.

Administration

May be taken with or without food.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

Special Precautions

Renal impairment. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy (1st trimester) & lactation. Childn <6 mth.

Adverse Reactions

Dry mouth, myalgia, dizziness, nausea, dyspepsia, diarrhea.

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Drug Interactions

Azithromycin, cimetidine, erythromycin, fluoxetine, ketoconazole.

MIMS Class

Antihistamines & Antiallergics

ATC Classification

R06AX27 - desloratadine ; Belongs to the class of other antihistamines for systemic use.

Thai FDA Category

Presentation/Packing

Form

Lorius syr 0.5 mg/mL

Packing/Price

60 mL x 1's

Lorius

desloratadine

Manufacturer:

Sriprasit Pharma

Distributor:

SPS Medical