Asthma  (Drugs/Medicine/Medication)

Medical Abbreviations:

SID or QD = once a day

BID = Twice a day

TID = Three times a day

QID = Four times a day

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Airomir  [CFC-free inhaler]

Indications:

Symptomatic relief of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma & in other respiratory conditions. Prevention of exercise-induced asthma & other factors known to cause bronchospasm

Precautions:

HTN, coronary artery disease, myocardial insufficiency, cardiac arrhythmias; hypokalaemia; DM; hyperthyroidism.

Side Effects:

Fine tremor of skeletal muscle (esp in the hands), leg cramps; palpitations, tachycardia, hypotension, peripheral vasodilatation; headache, dizziness & tenseness. Mouth & throat irritation.

Dosage:

Adult & children = 1-2 inhalations 4 hrly or as necessary to a max of 8 inhalations/day.
Elderly = Dosage should be lower than for young adult, but may be increased to the usual adult level as necessary.

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Antamin®

Indications:

Allergy, allergic rhinitis, bronchial asthma, vasomotor rhinitis, dermatoses of allergic etiology, urticaria, drug sensitization, serum sickness, anaphylactic shock, insect bites.

Contraindications:

Lower respiratory tract disease. Newborn or premature infants.

Side Effects:

Sedation, lassitude, elation or depression, irritability, paranoid psychosis, delusion, hallucination. Muscular weakness, incoordination. GIT disturbances. Headache, tinnitus. Difficulty in micturition. CV effects.

Dosage:

Adult = Three times a day for 1 tablet or 2 tsp for syrup three times a day
Children 12 years old above = 1 tsp three times a day / Inj 1/3-1 mL IM or IV daily

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Asfrenon GF Anti-Asthma/Expectorant®

Indications:

Relief of productive & wheezing cough associated w/ bronchitis, pneumonia, asthma & other resp. infections.

Precautions:

Thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy, lactation.

Side Effects:

Fine skeletal muscle tremor, headache, feeling of tension, transient muscle cramps, angio-edema, urticaria, bronchospasm, hypotension & collapse, serious hypokalemia.

Dosage:

Adult & childn above 12 years old = 2-4 tsp to be taken twice a day / three times a day
6 to12 years old= 2 tsp 2-4 tsp to be taken twice a day / three times a day
2 to 6 years old = 1-2 tsp 2-4 tsp to be taken twice a day / three times a day

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Asfrenon®

Indications:

Relief of bronchospasm in patient w/ reversible obstructive airway diseases. Prevention of exercise-induced asthma.

Contraindications:

Cardiac arrhythmias associated w/ tachycardia caused by digitalis intoxication.

Side Effects:

Fine tremor of skeletal muscle esp hands, palpitations & muscle cramps.

Dosage:

Tablets

Adult & Children 12 years old above = 2 or 4 mg three times a day – four times a day. Max: 32 mg
Syrup

Adult and children above 14 years old = 1 to 2 tsp three times a day – four times a day.
6 to 14 years old =1 tsp three times a day – four times a day not exceeding 24 mg/day in divided doses.
2-6 years old = 0.1 mg/kg three times a day not exceeding 2 mg

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Asmacaire CFC-Free® [inhaler]

Indications:

Relief of bronchospasm associated w/ asthma, bronchitis or emphysema.

Precautions:

Pregnancy & lactation. Impairment of heart &/or vascular system, hypertension. Hyperthyroidism, enlarged prostate; history of spasms. May give positive results in doping controls.

Side Effects:

Nausea, dizziness, skin rash w/ irritation. Increased heart rate & restlessness. Chest pain & tremor.

Dosage:

Adult Immediate relief = 1-2 puffs
Chronic or preventive treatment = 2 puffs three times a day – four times a day
Effort-induced bronchitis = 2 puffs before start of activity
Children Immediate relief or before effort =1 puff
Chronic or preventive treatment = 1 puff three times a day – four times a day. May increase to 2 puffs when required.

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Astebron®

Indications:

Relief of reversible bronchospasm in patients w/ obstructive airway diseases egasthma, bronchitis & emphysema.

Precautions:

CV disorders, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, history of seizures, elderly.

Side Effects:

Fine tremor, nervous tension, headache, peripheral dilatation & palpitations.

Dosage:

Adult = Initially 2.5 mg three times a day. Dose may be increased to 5 mg three times a day. Max: 15 mg daily.
Childn = 75 mcg/kg three times a day.

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Asvimol®

Indications:

Prevention, immediate relief & maintenance therapy of bronchial asthma. As adjuvant drug in the relief of bronchospasm associated w/ acute resp infection & chronic obstructive lung disease.

Precautions:

Cardiac arrhythmias, coronary insufficiency, hypertension, ischemic heart disease, diabetes mellitus, hyperthyroidism.

Side Effects:

Fine tremor of skeletal muscle (particularly in hands), palpitations, muscle cramps. Slight tachycardia, tenseness, headaches, peripheral vasodilation.

Dosage:
Tab

Adult = 1-2 tab. Three times a day – four times a day.
Childn = 1 tab. Three times a day – four times a day.
Syrup

Adult & children above 6 yrs. Old = 1 tsp, 2-6 yr ½ tsp. All doses to be taken three times a day – four times a day.

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Berodual® [Metered dose inhaler]

Indications:

Prevention & treatment of symptoms in chronic obstructive airway disorders w/ reversible bronchospasm eg bronchial asthma & esp chronic bronchitis w/ or w/o emphysema.

Contraindications:

Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, tachyarrhythmias. Hypersensitivity to atropine-like substances or soya lecithin or related food products (for MDI only).

Side Effects:

Fine tremor of skeletal muscles, nervousness, restlessness, palpitations; less frequently tachycardia, dizziness or headache. Dry mouth, throat irritation or allergic reactions, cough, paradoxical bronchoconstriction (rare). Urinary retention may occur in particular, in patients w/ preexisting outflow tract obstruction.

Dosage:

Adult & children above 6 yrs. old

Acute asthma episodes = 2 puff for prompt relief.
More severe cases = 2 further puff may be taken.
Intermittent & long-term treatment = 1-2 puff, max of 8 puff/day. Berodual inhalation soln

Adult (including elderly) & adolescent above 12 yrs. old

Treatment of attacks =1 mL for immediate symptom relief.
Intermittent & long-term treatment =1-2 mL for each administration, up to qid.
Moderate bronchospasm or w/ assisted ventilation =0.5 mL.

Childn 6-12 yrs. Old

Treatment of attacks = 0.5-1 mL.
Intermittent & long-term treatment = 0.5-1 mL for each administration, up to qid.
Moderate bronchospasm or w/ assisted ventilation = 0.5 mL.

Childn below 6 yrs. Old

Less than 22 kg body wt = Up to 0.5 mL up to tid. Berodual F UDV

Adult & childn 12 yrs. Old above

Acute asthma episodes = 1 vial, in very severe cases, 2 vials are needed.
Intermittent & long-term treatment =1 vial up to qid.

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Bisolpent®

Indications:

Asthma, chronic bronchitis, all secondary forms of bronchitis eg in pneumoconiosis, silicosis, bronchiectasis, tracheobronchitis & catarrhalic bronchial diseases, which are associated w/ bronchial spasm.

Contraindications:

Hyperthyroidism; subvalvular aortic stenosis, tachyarrhythmia.

Side Effects:

Palpitations, restlessness & finger tremors may occur. Isolated cases: Flushing, headache, feeling of chest pressure, sleep disturbances, ventricular disturbances or angina pectoris, allergic skin reactions, nausea & occasional mild GI side effects.

Dosage:

Adult = 2 tsp four times a day.
Childn 5-10 yrs old = 1 tsp three times a day – four times a day
Below 5 yrs old = 1 tsp twice a day

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Carbosol®

Indications:

To reduce cough & promote liquefaction, facilitate expectoration in rhinitis, rhinopharyngitis, bronchitis, pulmonary emphysema & bronchial asthma.

Contraindications:

Active peptic ulcer.

Side Effects:

Bronchospasm; GI upsets; stomatitis, rhinorrhea; chills, fever; hemoptysis.

Dosage:

Cap 1 cap qid. 100 mg/5 mL syr

Children 6-12 yrs old  = 10 mL three times a day.
2-5 yrs old =  2.5-5 mL qid.

250 mg/5 mL syr

Childn 6-12 yrs old = 5 mL tid
2-5 yrs old = 1.25-2.5 mL qid

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Celestamine®

Indications:

Resp, ocular & dermatologic allergies, ocular disorders of inflammatory origin.

Contraindications:

Newborn & premature infants. Systemic fungal infection.

Side Effects:

Musculoskeletal, GI, dermatologic, neurologic, endocrine, ophth, metabolic, psychiatric, CV, hematologic, GUT, resp disturbances.

Dosage:

Adult & childn above 12 yrs old = 1-2 tab/tsp qid. Max: 8 tab/tsp/day.
Childn 6-12 yrs old = 1/2 tab/tsp tid. Max: 4 tab/tsp/day
2-6 yrs old = ¼-½ tsp tid. Max: 2 tsp/day.

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Claricort®

Indications:

Relief of symptoms of atopic dermatitis, angioedema, urticaria, seasonal & perennial allergic rhinitis, food & drug allergic reaction.

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to loratadine or betamethasone. Betamethasone: Systemic fungal infections.

Side Effects:

Fatigue, headache, somnolence, nervousness, dry mouth, GI disorders (eg nausea, gastritis) & allergic symptoms eg rash.

Dosage:

Adult & childn above 12 yrs old = 1 tab bid.

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Exolpen®

Indications:

Acute & chronic bronchopulmonary diseases associated w/ abnormal mucus secretion & impaired mucus transport, esp in chronic bronchitis, asthmatic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis, laryngitis, sinusitis & pneumonia.

Precautions:

1st trimester of pregnancy.

Side Effects:

Vomiting, diarrhea, headache, nausea, fatigue, polyuria, skin rashes.

Dosage:

Tablet

Adult & childn above 12 yrs old = 1 tab tid.
Childn 5-12 yr = 1/2 tab tid. 30 mg/5 mL syr
Syrup

Adult & childn above 12 yr = 5 mL tid.
Childn 6-12 yr = 5 mL bid-tid
Below 6 yr = 2.5 mL tid. 15 mg/5 mL syr
Childn 6-10 yr = 5 mL bid-tid
2-5 yr = 2.5 mL tid,
Below 2 yr = 2.5 mL bid.

Drops

Infant 13-24 mth = 1.25 mL 12 hrly
7-12 mth = 1 mL 12 hrly
Below 7 mth = 0.5 mL 12 hrly

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Liquipred®

Indications:

Endocrine & rheumatic disorders, collagen & dermatologic diseases, allergic states, ophth & resp diseases, hematologic disorders, neoplastic diseases, edematous states, GI diseases, tuberculous meningitis w/ subarachnoid block or impending block concurrently w/ appropriate antituberculous chemotherapy. Trichinosis w/ neurologic or myocardial involvement.

Contraindications:

Systemic fungal infections.

Side Effects:

Fluid & electrolyte disturbances, muscle weakness, steroid myopathy, loss of muscle mass, osteoporosis, vertebral compression fractures, aseptic necrosis, pathologic fracture of long bones, GI disturbances, impaired wound healing, fragile skin, petechiae & ecchymoses, facial erythema, increased sweating, convulsions, increased intracranial pressure w/ papilloedema, vertigo, headache, menstrual irregularities, development of Cushingoid state, suppression of growth in childn, secondary adrenocortical & pituitary unresponsiveness. Decreased carbohydrate tolerance, manifestations of latent DM, posterior subcapsular cataracts, increased intraocular pressure, glaucoma, exophthalmos.

Dosage:

Initially 5-60 mg/day. Individualized dosage.

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Medixon®

Indications:

Treatment of adrenocortical insufficiency, collagen disease, allergic & skin inflammation, hematologic disease, hypercalcemia associated w/ cancer.

Contraindications:

Systemic fungal infections, peptic ulcer, severe osteoporosis & patients w/ history of psychoses, herpes & those who undergo immunization procedure.

Side Effects:

Fluid & electrolyte disturbances, muscle weakness, impaired wound healing, increased BP, posterior subcapsular cataracts, growth suppression in childn, adrenal insufficiency, Cushing's syndrome, osteoporosis & peptic ulcer.

Dosage:

Adult = 4-48 mg daily, single or multiple dose.

Multiple sclerosis = 160 mg for 1 wk, then 64 mg/2 days for 1 mth.

Childn Adrenocortical insufficiency =  0.117 mg/kg body wt or 3.33 mg/m2/day of body surface in 3-4 divided doses.

Other indication = 0.417-1.67 mg/kg body wt or 12.5-50 mg/m2/day of body surface in 3-4 divided doses. IM/IV 10-40 mg (base). IV

Pulse therapy = 30 mg (base)/kg body wt over at least 30 min, repeat 4-6 hrly.

IM/IV Acute exacerbations of multiple sclerosis =160 mg (base) daily for 1 wk followed by 64 mg daily for 1 mth. IV

Acute spinal cord injury treatment = 30 mg/kg body wt over 15 min followed by 5.4 mg/kg body wt/hr for 23 hr after 45 min. IV

Adjunctive treatment in patient w/ AIDS associated w/ P. carinii = Day 1-5: 30 mg bid, day 6-10: 30 mg/day & days 11-21: 15 mg/day.

Infant & childn IM Adrenocortical insufficiency = 39-58.5 mcg/kg body wt or 1.11-1.66 mg/m2 of body surface once daily. IV

Acute spinal cord injury treatment = 30 mg/kg body wt over 15 min followed by 5.4 mg/kg body wt/hr for 23 hr after 45 min. IM

Other indication = 1.39-8.35 mcg/kg body wt or 4.16-25 mg/m2 of body surface every 12-24 hr.

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Mucosolvan®

Indications:

Resp tract diseases associated w/ abnormal bronchial secretions, particularly in exacerbations of asthmatic bronchitis & chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma; pre- & post-op treatment. Amp Esp suitable for the prevention of pulmonary complications in intensive medicine.

Side Effects:

Mild GI effects & allergic reactions.

Dosage:

Tablet

Adult & childn above 10 yr = 1 tab tid
5-10 yr = 1/2 tab tid. In long-term therapy, dose may be reduced to bid.
Retard cap Adult = 1 retard cap daily. Not suitable for childn.
Liqd Adult & childn above 10 yr = 1 tsp tid
5-10 yr = 1/2 tsp bid-tid.
Ped liqd Childn 5-10 yr =1 tsp bid-tid
2-5 yr = 1/2 tsp tid
Below 2 yr = 1/2 tsp bid. Reduce dose for long-term treatment. Dosage recommended for childn are based on a total daily dose of 1.2-1.6 mg/kg body wt.

Infant drops

Childn 13-24 mth = 1.25 mL bid or 15 mg/day
7-12 mth = 1 mL bid or 12 mg/day
Below 6 mth = 0.5 mL bid or 6 mg/day.

Inhalation soln

Adult & childn above above 5 yr = 1-2 inhalation of 2-3 mL soln daily
Below 5 yr = 1-2 inhalation of 2 mL soln daily. Amp By IV or IM inj. Adult 1 amp bid-tid, increased to 2 amp bid-tid in severe cases.
Children above 5 yr = 1 amp bid-tid
2-5 yr =1/2 amp tid.

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Nuelin®

Indications:

Reversible bronchospasm associated w/ bronchial asthma, bronchitis, emphysema & related condition.

Contraindications:

Hypersensitivity to any of the constituents of Nuelin/Nuelin-SR, or to xanthines generally, is known or has been demonstrated.

Side Effects:

GI irritation, nausea, vomiting, anorexia, epigastric pain, reactivation of peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux, hematemesis, tachycardia, palpitation, headache, CNS stimulation, reflex hyperexcitability, insomnia & tremor.

Dosage:

Childn 12-25 kg = 125 mg bid
Above 25 kg = 250 mg bid.
Childn Above 2 yr = 1 mL/kg body wt 6 hrly; max 25 mL.

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Optipred®

Indications:

For replacement therapy in adrenal insufficiency. Control of acute exacerbations of bronchial asthma, severe osteoarthritis, severe allergic reactions, autoimmune disease & RA.

Precautions:

Acute adrenal insufficiency. Growth retardation in childn. Pregnancy.

Side Effects:

Cushingoid symptoms. Amenorrhea, hyperhydrosis, skin thinning, ocular changes, mental & neurological disturbances, intracranial HTN, acute pancreatitis & aseptic necrosis of the bone. Thromboembolic complications. Peptic ulceration. Muscle weakness & wasting.

Dosage:

Adult Tab Loading dose: 40-60 mg. Maintenance dose: 5-20 mg/day.
Childn Syr 1-2 mg/kg/body wt given once or in divided doses.

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Oradexon®

Indications:

Antiallergic, antitoxic, antishock, antipyretic & immunosuppressive drug for corticosteroid-responsive conditions.

Contraindications:

Systemic therapy: Peptic ulcers; systemic fungal infection; varicella & herpes genitalia infection; glaucoma. Local therapy: septic arthritis from gonorrhea or TB, instability of the joints. Hypersensitivity to glucocorticoids.

Side Effects:

Prolonged use: GI disorders; skin atrophy; impaired wound healing; striae; petechiae & ecchymosis; bruising; facial erythema; increased sweating; acne; psychotic manifestations; convulsions; glaucoma; increased intraocular pressure; posterior subcapsular cataracts; fluid & electrolyte disturbances; Cushing-like syndrome; hirsutism; premature epiphyseal closure; secondary adrenocortical & pituitary unresponsiveness; menstrual irregularities; myopathy; abdominal distension; osteoporosis; aseptic necrosis of femoral & humeral heads; increased susceptibility to infection; decreased responsiveness to vaccination & skin tests. Following IV inj of large doses: Transient burning or tingling sensation.

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Pecof®

Indications:

Bronchial asthma, emphysema, atelectasis, acute/chronic bronchitis, pulmonary TB, whooping cough, pneumonia & other broncho-spastic conditons

Precautions:

Patients w/ hyperthyroidism, DM, serious CV disorders, HTN & peptic ulcer. Pregnancy & lactation.

Side Effects:

Skeletal muscle tremor of the hands, palpitations, muscle cramps. Slight tachycardia, headache & peripheral vasodilation at large doses.

Dosage:

Adult = 1 tab tid.
Childn 6-12 yr = ½-1 tab tid
2-6 yr = ½ tab tid.
Adult = 2 tsp tid.
Childn 6-12 yr = 1-2 tsp tid
Below 6 yr = 1 tsp tid.

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Prednisone Organon®

Indications:

Listed in Dosage

Dosage

Primary & secondary adrenocortical insufficiency 5-25 mg daily.Adrenogenital syndrome 10-20 mg/m2 body surface daily. Other therapies5-30 mg daily.

Contraindications:

Gastric & duodenal ulcers; systemic fungal infections; certain viral infections eg varicella & herpes genitalis infections; glaucoma.

Side Effects:

Fluid & electrolyte disturbances; psychic disturbances; myopathy, aseptic osteonecrosis; Cushing-like syndrome, hirsutism, acne, menstrual irregularities, premature epiphyseal closure; skin atrophy, striae, facial erythema; glaucoma, increased intraocular pressure, posterior subcapsular cataracts.

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Primavent® [inhaler]

Indications:

Chronic control of symptoms & signs of bronchial asthma.

Contraindications:

Moderate to severe bronchiectasis

Side Effects:

Mild irritation of the throat, coughing, hoarseness of the voice, bad taste, dry throat, candidiasis of the mouth & throat, paradoxical bronchoconstriction, headache, nausea.

Dosage:

Adults & childn above12 yr = Initially 400-2400 mcg daily divided into 2-4 doses. Maintenance: 200-400 mcg bid.
Childn 6-12 yr  = Severe asthma & while reducing or discontinuing oral corticosteroids 200-400 mcg daily in 2 divided doses.

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Prox-S®

Indications:

Treatment of asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema & other bronchopulmonary disorders involving bronchospasm.

Contraindications:

Hypertension, myocardial insufficiency & hyperthyroidism.

Side Effects:

Palpitations, tachycardia.

Dosage:

Childn above 12 yr = 5-10 mL, 6-12 yr 5 mL, 2-6 yr 2.5 mL. To be taken tid.

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Pulmovent®

Indications:

Resp disorders complicated by bronchospasm & excessive secretion of tenacious mucus, bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis & emphysema.

Side Effects:

Fine tremor of skeletal muscles, feeling of tension, peripheral vasodilation, a compensatory small increase in heart rate, headache, transient muscle cramps, hyperactivity in childn. Risk of dental caries.

Dosage:

Capsule

Adult =1-2 cap
childn = 6-12 yr 1 cap bid-tid.

Syrup

Childn 6-12 yr = 10 mL
2-6 yr = 5 mL 4 hrly.

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Pulmoxcel®

Indications:

Relief of bronchial asthma, bronchitis, bronchospasm, emphysema, bronchiectasis & other obstructive pulmonary diseases where bronchoconstriction is a complicating factor.

Contraindications:

CV disease ie cardiac arrhythmias & coronary insufficiency. HTN. DM, ketoacidosis. Pheochromocytoma, seizures. Sensitivity to sympathomimetic agents.

Side Effects:

Tremor, muscle cramps & palpitations.

Dosage:

Tablet

Adult =1-2 tab.
Childn 12-15 yr = 1 tab. To be taken tid.

Syrup

Adult & childn above 15 yr =10-15 mL
Above 7-15 yr = 5-10 mL
3-7 yr = 2.5-5 mL. To be taken tid.

Nebulizing soln

In exacerbations of asthma or acute asthmatic attacks, the initial treatment is 1 dose (2 mL) every 20 min for 1hr. Subsequently, hrly administration may be continued to increase rapidity of bronchodilation. Maintenance dose may be given tid-qid (1-2 mL diluted w/ 1-2 mL normal saline).

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Ricam®

Indications:

Prophylactic & symptomatic treatment of perennial & seasonal allergic reactions, vasomotor rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis due to inhaled allergens.

Contraindications:

Hepatic & renal function impairment. Bladder neck obstruction, prostatic hypertrophy, urinary retention & glaucoma. Newborn & premature infants. Childn ≤6 yr w/ renal or hepatic dysfunction. Pregnancy & lactation.

Side Effects:

Drowsiness & dryness of mouth, nose or throat. Anaphylaxis, cardiac arrhythmias, cholestasis, hepatitis, convulsions or seizures, edema. Nightmares, unusual excitement, nervousness, restlessness, irritability in childn & elderly.

Dosage:

Adult & adolescent = 5-10 mg once a day. Max: 10 mg once a day.
Childn above 6 yr = 5 or 10 mg once a day
2-6 yr = 2.5 mg once a day. Max: 5 mg given as 5 mg once a day or 2.5 mg 12 hrly.

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Sobromer®

Indications:

For acute & chronic diseases of the resp tract associated w/ abnormal bronchial secretions & impaired mucus transport particularly bronchial asthma, chronic & asthmatic bronchitis.

Precautions:

History of peptic ulcer.

Side Effects:

GI effects, headache, dizziness, sweating & skin rashes.

Dosage:

Childn 7-12 yr = 5 mL (1 tsp) 8 hrly.
2-6 yr = 2.5 mL (½ tsp) 8 hrly.
1-2 yr = 2.5 mL (½ tsp) 12 hrly

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Spiropent®

Indications:

Prophylaxis & therapy of bronchospasm in bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis & bronchitis associated w/ emphysema.

Contraindications:

Hypertrophic obstructive cardiomyopathy, tachycardia.

Side Effects:

Tremor esp at the beginning of treatment. Occasionally, restlessness, extrasystoles & tachycardia.

Dosage:

Tablet

Adult & childn above12 yr = 2 tab. For long-term treatment, dose may be reduced to 1 tab.

Liqd

Childn 6-12 yr = 15 mL
4 - 6 yr = 10 mL
2- 4 yr = 7.5 mL,
1- yr = 5 mL.

Drops Infant

6- 24 mth  = 2 mL
Below 6 mth = 1 mL. All doses to be taken bid.

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Ventar EXP®

Indications:

Resp disorders complicated by bronchospasm & excessive secretion of tenacious mucus, bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis & emphysema.

Contraindications:

Pregnant patients with vaginal bleeding because it may cause pulmonary edema.

Side Effects:

Fine tremor, palpitation, tachycardia, nervous tension, headache, peripheral vasodilation, GI discomfort, nausea & vomiting.

Dosage:

Adult = 2-4 tsp bid-tid.
Childn 6-12 yr = 2 tsp
2-6 yr = 1 tsp. To be taken tid-qid.

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Zylohist®

Indications:

Treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial rhinitis, urticaria, allergic dermatologic disorders, angioedema & conjunctivitis.

Contraindications:

Loratadine is contraindicated in patients with history of hypersensitivity to the drug. Premature infants or neonates: This group of patients has an increased susceptibility to antimuscarinic effects.

Side Effects:

Loratadine is generally well tolerated at therapeutic doses in adults, elderly patients and children. Commonly reported events are somnolence, fatigue and headache, while dry mouth and gut upset occur less frequently.

Other adverse effects that have been reported rarely with loratadine include hypotension, tinnitus, headache and paraesthesias.

Dosage:

Adult & childnabove > 30 kg = 10 mg once daily.
Childn 2-12 yr above <30 kg = 5 mg once daily.

SOURCE:  MIMS PHILIPPINES

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