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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?
Lorfast is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Lorfast safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Lorfast on breastfeeding women are very mild.
What is the effect of Lorfast on the Kidneys?
Lorfast rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lorfast on the Liver?
Lorfast is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Lorfast on the Heart?
Lorfast is not harmful for 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?
Lorfast does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Lorfast since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Taking Lorfast may cause some problems.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Lorfast in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Lorfast
Taking Lorfast with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lorfast
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Lorfast and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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