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Lydia is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Allergy. Other than this, Lydia has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Lydia. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Lydia as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lydia go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Lydia's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Lydia's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Lydia related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lydia contraindications section.
Besides this, Lydia may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Lydia is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Lydia 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Lydia safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Lydia safely.
Is the use of Lydia safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Lydia as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Lydia on the Kidneys?
Lydia may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Lydia on the Liver?
Lydia has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Lydia on the Heart?
Lydia is not harmful for the heart.
Lydia 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 Lydia unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Lydia habit forming or addictive?
Lydia does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Lydia since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
No, Lydia is not completely safe as it has some side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Lydia cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Lydia
Taking Lydia with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Lydia
Information about the interaction of Lydia and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched 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