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Indications & Uses
Desodin is indicated for:
Pharmacology
Desloratadine is the main active metabolite of loratadine. It is a non-sedating, long-acting tricyclic histamine antagonist that works by selectively blocking H1 receptors. Desloratadine also reduces the release of histamine from human mast cells.
Dosage Reference
Reference Information Only
Dosages shown are general references from official sources. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist for personalized dosing.
Adults:
adults and children aged 12 years and over take 1 tablet daily.
Dosage for other forms (2)
children aged 6 to 11 months take 2 ml once daily, and children aged 1 to 2 years take 2.5 ml once daily.
children aged 6 to 11 months take 2 ml once daily, children aged 1 to 5 years take 2.5 ml once daily, and children aged 6 to 11 years take 5 ml once daily; adults and children over 12 years take 10 ml once daily.
Side Effects
Less common side effects can include headache, nausea, tiredness, dizziness, sore throat, indigestion and muscle aches.
Cautions & Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
In adult patients with liver or renal impairment, a starting dose of one 5 mg tablet every other day is recommended based on pharmacokinetic data. Caution is also advised if the patient has a medical or family history of seizures.
Contraindications
Desloratadine should not be used by anyone who is hypersensitive to it, to loratadine, or to any of the ingredients in this medication.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy Category C. Desloratadine has not been established as safe for use during pregnancy, so it should be avoided unless there is a clear medical need. Because Desloratadine passes into breast milk, a nursing mother and her doctor should decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop the medicine, weighing how important it is for her treatment.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Use in Special Populations
Desloratadine is recommended for use in children and adolescents.
Overdose
No clinically relevant adverse effects have been reported with desloratadine overdose.
⚠️ In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
Storage
Keep Desloratadine in a cool, dry place, away from light, and below 30°C. As with all medicines, keep it out of the reach of children.
Common questions about Desodin 5 mg
What is Desodin 5 mg Tablet?
Desodin 5 mg Tablet is a medicine that contains Desloratadine. It is made by Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. It belongs to the Non-sedating antihistamines group of medicines.
What is Desodin used for?
Desodin is used for: Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria.
What are the side effects of Desodin?
Less common side effects can include headache, nausea, tiredness, dizziness, sore throat, indigestion and muscle aches.
Can I take Desodin during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
Pregnancy Category C. Desloratadine has not been established as safe for use during pregnancy, so it should be avoided unless there is a clear medical need. Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
What happens if I take too much Desodin?
No clinically relevant adverse effects have been reported with desloratadine overdose. In an emergency call 999 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.
How should I store Desodin?
Keep Desloratadine in a cool, dry place, away from light, and below 30°C. As with all medicines, keep it out of the reach of children.
Is there a cheaper medicine with the same ingredient?
Delot by Apex Pharma Ltd. has the same ingredient and strength for ৳2.00 per unit, compared with ৳4.00 for Desodin. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.
Do I need a prescription for Desodin?
Desodin is a prescription (Rx) medicine. Take it as your doctor advises.