Rupin 10 mg Tablet

Introduction

Rupin 10 belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling and rashes. Rupin 10 should be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe. As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy. But, it may cause some amount of dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that needs attention. Consult your doctor if it persists or worry you. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.

Uses of Rupin 10

Allergic conditions

Side effects of Rupin 10

Common

Sleepiness

How to use Rupin 10

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Rupin 10 may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Rupin 10 works

Rupin 10 is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

What if you forget to take Rupin 10?

If you miss a dose of Rupin 10, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

quick tips

Quick Tips

Your doctor has prescribed Rupin 10 to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.

As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.

Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.

Stop taking Rupin 10 at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

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Brief Description

Indication

Allergic rhinitis, Chronic idiopathic urticaria

Adult Dose

Oral Allergic rhinitis; Chronic idiopathic urticaria Adult: 10 mg (1 tablet) once daily.

Child Dose

Oral Allergic rhinitis; Chronic idiopathic urticaria Tablet Child > 12 years: 10 mg (1 tablet) once daily. Children: Use of Rupatadine is not recommended in patients less than 12 years of age. Syrup: Children aged 2 to 11 years: Children weighing 10 kg to less than 25 kg: 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 ml) syrup once a day with or without food. Children weighing 25 kg or more: 1 teaspoonful (5ml) of syrup once a day with or without food.

Contraindication

Hypersensitivity. Avoid alcohol.

Mode of Action

Rupatadine acts as a long-acting, non-sedative antagonist at histaminergic H1-receptors. Rupatadine also antagonises the platelet-activating factor (PAF). Both histamine and PAF cause bronchoconstriction and lead to an increase in the vascular permeability, acting as mediators in the inflammatory process.

Precaution

Renal or hepatic insufficiency. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy, lactation. Elderly, children <12 yr.

Side Effect

Headache, somnolence, fatigue/asthenia.

Interaction

Increased CNS depressant effects when used with CNS depressants or alcohol.