Urtinex Tablet

Introduction

Urtinex 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

Urtinex 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

Urtinex 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, Urtinex Tablet 10 mg helps to reduce inflammation and relieve allergy symptoms.

How long does it take to work?

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

Absorption

Urtinex Tablet 10 mg is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract.

Route of elimination

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

Administration

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

Side Effect

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

Toxicity

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

Precaution

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