Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is an antihistamine used to help relieve seasonal and year-round allergies. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergy symptoms.
Uses For
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, itchy or watery eyes, itchy skin, hives, and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold or hay fever.
Mechanism of action
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergy symptoms. By blocking the action of histamine, Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml helps to reduce inflammation and relieve allergy symptoms.
How long does it take to work?
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml usually starts to work within 30 minutes after taking it.
Absorption
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.
Route of elimination
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is eliminated from the body mainly by the kidneys.
Dosage
Adults and adolescents (over 12 years): The recommended dose is 10 mg once a day. Rupatadine may be taken with or without food.
Children aged 2 to 11 years:
Children weighing 25 kg or more: 1 teaspoonful (5 ml) of the oral solution once daily with or without food.
Children weighing equal or more than 10 kg to less than 25 kg: 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 ml) oral solution once daily with or without food.
The recommended dose of Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is 10 mg once daily, taken orally. The dose should not exceed 10 mg once daily.
Administration
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml should be taken orally with or without food.
Side Effect
Common side effects of Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml include headache, nausea, diarrhea, drowsiness, and dry mouth.
Toxicity
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is generally well tolerated with few serious side effects reported.
Precaution
Patients using Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml should be cautioned to avoid operating machinery if they experience drowsiness or vision disturbances while taking the medication.
Interaction
There are no known drug interactions with Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml.
Disease Interaction
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is not known to interact with any diseases.
Drug Interaction
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is not known to interact with any other drugs.
Food Interactions
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is not known to interact with food.
Pregnancy Use
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is not recommended for use during pregnancy.
Lactation Use
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is not recommended for use during lactation.
Acute Overdose
In case of acute overdose, immediate medical attention should be sought.
Contraindication
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml should not be used in patients with known hypersensitivity to Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml.
Use Direction
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml should be taken orally as directed by a physician.
Storage Condition
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml should be stored at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
Volume of distribution
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is widely distributed in the body.
Half-life
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml has a half-life of 8-10 hours.
Clearance
Rupamine Oral Solution 5 mg/5 ml is primarily cleared from the body by the kidneys.