Loratadine Flashcards

1
Q

Loratadine
Indications
(1)

A
  • symptomatic urticaria (nil evidence of anaphylaxis)
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Loratadine
Contraindications
(3)

A
  • allergy or adverse reactions
  • anaphylaxis
  • pts <8yrs
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3
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Loratadine
Precautions
(2)

A
  • severe hepatic impairment
  • increased risk of sedations and anticholinergic effect in older pts
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4
Q

Loratadine
Presentation

A

tablet, 10mg

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5
Q

Loratadine
Onset

A

1-2 hrs

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6
Q

Loratadine
Urticaria
Adult
PO

A

10mg
single dose only
not within 24hrs of prev antihistamine unless given approval

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7
Q

Loratadine
Urticaria
Paediatric >8yrs
PO

A

10mg
single dose only
not within 24hrs of prev antihistamine unless given approval

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8
Q

Loratadine
Urticaria
Paediatric <8yrs
PO

A

not authorised to administer

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