Loratadine Flashcards
1
Q
Loratadine
Indications
(1)
A
- symptomatic urticaria (nil evidence of anaphylaxis)
2
Q
Loratadine
Contraindications
(3)
A
- allergy or adverse reactions
- anaphylaxis
- pts <8yrs
3
Q
Loratadine
Precautions
(2)
A
- severe hepatic impairment
- increased risk of sedations and anticholinergic effect in older pts
4
Q
Loratadine
Presentation
A
tablet, 10mg
5
Q
Loratadine
Onset
A
1-2 hrs
6
Q
Loratadine
Urticaria
Adult
PO
A
10mg
single dose only
not within 24hrs of prev antihistamine unless given approval
7
Q
Loratadine
Urticaria
Paediatric >8yrs
PO
A
10mg
single dose only
not within 24hrs of prev antihistamine unless given approval
8
Q
Loratadine
Urticaria
Paediatric <8yrs
PO
A
not authorised to administer