Lerupa 1010mg
Tablet
Apex Pharma Ltd.
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| Alcohol | UNSAFE It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lerupa 10. |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Lerupa 10 may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developi... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Lerupa 10 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. |
| Driving | SAFE Lerupa 10 does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Lerupa 10 in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
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| Liver | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR There is limited information available on the use of Lerupa 10 in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Introduction
Lerupa 10 belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like i... View More
Uses of Lerupa 10
- Allergic conditions
Side effects of Lerupa 10
- Sleepiness
How to use Lerupa 10
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lerupa 10 may be taken wit... View More
How Lerupa 10 works
Lerupa 10 is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messen... View More
What if you forget to take Lerupa 10?
If you miss a dose of Lerupa 10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed Lerupa 10 to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Lerupa 10 at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Indication
Allergic rhinitis, Chronic idiopathic urticaria
Adult Dose
Oral Allergic rhinitis; Chronic idiopathic urticaria Adult: 10 mg (1 tablet) once daily.
Child Dose
Oral Allergic rhinitis; Chronic idiopathic urticaria Tablet Child > 12 years: 10 mg (1 tablet) once daily. Children: Use of Rupatadine is not recom... View More
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity. Avoid alcohol.
Mode of Action
Rupatadine acts as a long-acting, non-sedative antagonist at histaminergic H1-receptors. Rupatadine also antagonises the platelet-activating factor (PAF... View More
Precaution
Renal or hepatic insufficiency. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy, lactation. Elderly, children <12 yr.
Side Effect
Headache, somnolence, fatigue/asthenia.
Interaction
Increased CNS depressant effects when used with CNS depressants or alcohol.
Alternative brand for Lerupa 10
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