Rupaxen Tablet

Introduction

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg 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

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg 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

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergy symptoms. By blocking the action of histamine, Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg helps to reduce inflammation and relieve allergy symptoms.

How long does it take to work?

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg usually starts to work within 30 minutes after taking it.

Absorption

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

Route of elimination

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg 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 Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg is 10 mg once daily, taken orally. The dose should not exceed 10 mg once daily.

Administration

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg should be taken orally with or without food.

Side Effect

Common side effects of Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg include headache, nausea, diarrhea, drowsiness, and dry mouth.

Toxicity

Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg is generally well tolerated with few serious side effects reported.

Precaution

Patients using Rupaxen Tablet 10 mg should be cautioned to avoid operating machinery if they experience drowsiness or vision disturbances while taking the medication.