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Lorfast, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergy. Secondary and off-label uses of Lorfast have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Lorfast depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Lorfast can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Lorfast normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Lorfast is Safe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Lorfast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Lorfast contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Lorfast may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Lorfast, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Lorfast is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Lorfast safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Lorfast in pregnant women.
Is the use of Lorfast safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lorfast as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lorfast on the Kidneys?
Lorfast rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lorfast on the Liver?
Lorfast has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lorfast on the Heart?
You can take Lorfast without any fear of damage to the heart.
Lorfast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lorfast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lorfast habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Lorfast.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Lorfast as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Lorfast may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Lorfast for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Lorfast
You can take Lorfast with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorfast
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Lorfast.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claritin® (loratadine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,166
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 790-791