Alaspan Tablet

Alaspan Tablet is an antiallergic medicine that helps relieve common allergy symptoms, such as a runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and skin itching. It contains loratadine as its main ingredient, which works by blocking the effects of histamine, a natural substance in the body that causes allergic reactions. Controlling histamine helps you feel more comfortable and breathe easier.

This medicine is often prescribed for conditions such as hay fever, allergic rhinitis, and skin allergies, such as hives. It helps reduce redness, swelling, and irritation, giving quick relief from discomfort. You may start to feel better within a few hours of taking the tablet.

It is important to take Alaspan exactly as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose, and do not use it for children under 2 years of age unless advised by a healthcare professional. Swallow the tablet with water, and try to take it at the same time each day for best results.

Some people may experience mild side effects, such as drowsiness, tiredness, headache, or increased appetite. These are usually temporary and go away on their own. However, if you notice anything unusual or your symptoms persist, contact your doctor immediately.

Before starting Alaspan Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any liver problems or are taking other medicines. This will help avoid unwanted side effects or interactions. Maintaining good hydration and avoiding known allergy triggers can also help improve your results while taking this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

Excess of Alaspan Tablet can cause sleepiness, drowsiness, increased heart rate and headache. If you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Alaspan Tablet, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Alaspan Tablet contains Loratadine, which acts by blocking the action of the natural chemical substance histamine in the body. Histamine can cause sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny and blocked nose and allergy symptoms.

Directions for Use

• Alaspan Tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor. Swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take it at a fixed time for optimal results.
• Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Alaspan Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Alaspan Tablet on human pregnancy. Use only if prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Alaspan Tablet while breastfeeding?

Alaspan Tablet passes into breast milk and may cause harm to the newborn baby. Hence, it should not be used by breastfeeding women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Alaspan Tablet?

Alaspan Tablet has no impact on the ability to drive. However, if you feel drowsiness or dizziness after taking this medicine, avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Alaspan Tablet?

You should not drink alcohol while you're taking Alaspan Tablet as it can make you feel sleepy.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You or your child has liver or kidney disease.
• If you are about to have skin tests, you have to stop taking this medicine at least 48 hours before skin testing.
• Alaspan Tablet is not recommended for children below 2-years of age.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to Loratadine or any other component of Alaspan Tablet.

Side effects

• Sleepiness
• Headache
• Increased appetite
• Tiredness
• Worried behaviour

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of ketoconazole, erythromycin and cimetidine with Alaspan Tablet can increase the effect of loratadine.
• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid possible drug interactions.

Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine below 25°C in a cool and dry place.
• Protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach and sight of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Alaspan Tablet make you sleepy?

Alaspan Tablet, along with the desired effect, has side effects as well but not everyone gets affected. Yes, drowsiness is a common side effect of Alaspan Tablet. If the drowsiness starts hampering your daily life, consult your doctor, who might suggest another anti-allergic medicine that does not cause sleepiness.

Is Alaspan Tablet effective?

Alaspan is effective if you take it at dose and duration, as advised by your doctor. If you stop taking this Tablet once you start feeling good, the symptoms may return or worsen.

When and how to take Alaspan Tablet?

Always take Alaspan Tablet as advised by your doctor at a fixed time to gain optimal benefits. You can take it with or without food.