Loratadin Holsten
Loratadin Holsten is an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and hives in adults and children over 12 years old.
Form
tabletti
Strength
10 mg
Active Ingredient
Loratadine
Manufacturer
Holsten Pharma GmbH
How to Use
Dosage
Adults (including elderly) and children over 12 years: One tablet once daily. For children under 12 years or weighing 30 kg or less, use only as directed by a doctor.
Method
Swallow the tablets whole with water. You can take the tablets with or without food.
Important
Do not exceed one tablet (10 mg) per day.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Drowsiness
- •Headache
- •Increased appetite
- •Difficulty sleeping
- •Nervousness (in children 2-12 years)
- •Fatigue
RARE
- •Dizziness
- •Seizures
- •Fast or irregular heartbeat
- •Nausea
- •Dry mouth
- •Stomach problems
- •Liver problems
- •Rash
- •Hair loss
- •Weight gain
Important Warnings
- Stop taking Loratadin Holsten and seek immediate medical help if you experience signs of a severe allergic reaction, such as swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat, difficulty breathing, shock, collapse, rash, or itching.
- Do not take if you are allergic to loratadine or any other ingredient in this medicine.
- Do not give to children under 12 years or those weighing 30 kg or less without a doctor's prescription.
- Talk to your doctor if you have liver problems.
- Stop taking this medicine at least 48 hours before any allergy tests, as it can affect results.
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- Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- This medicine can cause drowsiness in very rare cases, which may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
- If you have lactose intolerance, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category C
Suitable for older adults, with specific precautions. Reduce the dose in severe renal impairment. Concurrent use with clopidogrel can increase loratadine and desloratadine level. (updated 19.9.2025)