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Desdinta is an antihistamine, which works to relieve symptoms caused by allergies. This drug now has limited side effects causing drowsiness compared to the previous generation, so it is widely used. Let's learn about the uses and notes when using Desdinta through the article below.
1. What is Desdinta?
Desdinta medicine has the active ingredient Desloratadin 5mg. Prepared in the form of film-coated tablets. Desloratadine is a new generation antihistamine drug. When the body of people with allergic disease is exposed to an allergen, it will react to produce chemical mediators, in which histamine is a major chemical mediator found to be involved in the main mechanism of production. symptoms of an allergy. Desdinta has a selective inhibitory effect on peripheral histamine H1 receptors, preventing these substances from binding to peripheral receptors to cause symptoms. From there, relieves the condition's symptoms, and the medication almost doesn't cause drowsiness.2. Indications and contraindications when taking Desdinta
2.1.Indications Desdinta drug is indicated for symptomatic treatment in allergic diseases including:
Helps relieve symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, year-round allergic rhinitis such as coughing, sneezing, runny nose, itchy and stuffy nose... Spring conjunctivitis or allergic conjunctivitis causes symptoms such as eye irritation, watery eyes, red eyes, itching. Relief of symptoms of acute urticaria or chronic idiopathic urticaria. 2.2.Contraindications Desdinta should not be used in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to drug components or patients with a history of hypersensitivity to the antihistamine loratadine. Children under 12 years old due to unsuitable dosage form. The dosage form should be used with the appropriate dosage.
3. Dosage and how to use Desdinta
How to use Desdinta
The drug is taken orally, the patient can take the drug with or without meals, food does not reduce drug absorption. To help relieve symptoms associated with allergies. Some notes on the duration of use are as follows:
The use of the drug in intermittent allergic disease (symptoms appear < 4 days/week or symptoms appear < 4 weeks) depends on the patient's condition and Treatment should be discontinued when the patient is symptom-free, and treatment can be resumed when symptoms reappear. In persistent allergic disease (when the patient has symptoms > 4 days/week and symptoms persist > 4 weeks), continuous drug therapy can be used for the duration of allergen exposure. Dosage of Desdinta:
For adults and children over 12 years: The recommended dose is 1 tablet once a day. For patients with hepatic or renal impairment, the starting dose is 1 tablet of Desdinta 5 mg. It should be noted: The above drug dosage is for reference only, users need to strictly follow the doctor's instructions to ensure the best treatment effect.
4. Overdose, forgot dose of Desdinta
4.1. Overdose The drug is well tolerated, so no overdose has been observed with desloratadine up to 45 mg. However, if you take high doses, you run the risk of experiencing symptoms such as side effects of the drug. Therefore, the patient should go to the medical facility to remove the unabsorbed drug. Especially for children under 2 years old, there have been reports of children dying from an overdose of antihistamines in cough-reducing and allergy-reducing preparations. this statue.
4.2.Forgotten dose In case you forget to take a dose during your treatment with this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for you to remember to take your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue taking your next dose at the scheduled time.
5. Side effects of the drug Desdinta
Like other drugs, in addition to the main effect of the drug, unwanted effects during use may also occur. Side effects of Desdinta include:
Uncommon side effects: nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, sore throat, slow digestion and muscle aches. Rare: Fatigue, dry mouth, headache. Very rare side effects: skin rash, anaphylactic reactions (urticaria, edema, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, swelling of the throat) and increased liver enzymes. These side effects are rare, but dangerous, so seek medical attention as soon as you experience them. Desdinta can also cause other side effects when used. If you notice any of the above side effects or unusual symptoms that you think are side effects of Desdinta medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice and treatment if necessary.
6. Note when using Desdinta
Before taking the medicine you should tell your doctor about any history of allergy to the drug or any of its ingredients.
Those who need to be careful when using:
Pregnant women: Desdinta drug, if used during pregnancy, can also cause adverse effects on the fetus such as miscarriage, fetal malformations... Therefore, it is best not to use this medicine in pregnant women. Desloratadine should only be used during pregnancy if clearly needed and after careful consideration of the benefits and risks. Lactation: Desloratadine may pass into breast milk and pose a risk of harm to a nursing infant. Therefore, a decision should be made whether to discontinue nursing or to discontinue desloratadine depending on the importance of the drug to the mother. Use in the Elderly: Dose selection of this drug for elderly patients should be done with caution, as there is a high risk of adverse effects. Machine operators: Because the drug causes dizziness and drowsiness, it is necessary to avoid this activity during the first time taking the drug.
7. Drug interactions
When concomitant use of Desdinta drug may increase the peak plasma concentration of drugs such as erythromycin antibiotics, ketoconazole, azithromycin antibiotics, cimetidine drugs. Besides, Desloratadine can also increase the concentration and increase the effect of anticholinergic drugs, CNS depressants, selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors. Therefore, when combining 2 drugs at the same time, it is necessary to be very careful.
Storage: Store Desdinta in a cool, dry place and keep it out of reach of children, away from pets. Before using Desdinta, it is necessary to check the expiry date of the drug, avoid using it when the medicine is overdue and shows signs of damage.
Hopefully, with the above information about the drug Desdinta you already know the uses, how to use and note when taking the drug. If you have any doubts while taking the medicine, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist directly.
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