{"id":7385,"date":"2021-02-22T06:21:41","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T06:21:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=7385"},"modified":"2022-12-06T10:58:30","modified_gmt":"2022-12-06T10:58:30","slug":"desloratadine-apofri","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/desloratadine-apofri\/","title":{"rendered":"Desloratadine Apofri &#8211; Desloratadine Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Desloratadine Apofri 5 mg&nbsp;Film Coated Tablets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Is Desloratadine Apofri And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Desloratadine Apofri relieves the symptoms of allergic\u00a0rhinitis\u00a0(\u00a0inflammation\u00a0of the nasal mucosa caused by\u00a0allergies, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/pollen-allergy\/\">hay fever<\/a> or\u00a0allergies\u00a0to dust mites) in adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older.\u00a0These symptoms include <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Sneezing<\/li><li>Runny or itchy nose<\/li><li>Palate itching<\/li><li>Itchy, red, or watery eyes<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Relieving these symptoms lasts all day and helps you maintain normal daily activities and normal sleep.<br>Desloratadine Apofri can also be prescribed to relieve symptoms associated with\u00a0urticaria\u00a0(a skin condition caused by\u00a0allergies\u00a0).\u00a0These symptoms include\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Itching<\/li><li>Hives\u00a0<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Desloratadine contained in Desloratadine Apofri may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this leaflet.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or another healthcare professional if you have any further questions, and always follow their instructions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Desloratadine Apofri contains desloratadine which is an\u00a0antihistamine.\u00a0Desloratadine Apofri is an antiallergic medicine that does not make you drowsy.\u00a0It helps keep your allergic reactions and their symptoms under control.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Need To Know Before You Use Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to desloratadine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) or to\u00a0loratadine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Desloratadine Apofri<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you have impaired kidney function \u00a0<\/li><li>If you or someone in your family has had seizures.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is no known&nbsp;interaction&nbsp;between Desloratadine Apofri and other medicines.&nbsp;Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Desloratadine Apofri With Food, Drink, And Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Desloratadine Apofri can be taken with or without food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.\u00a0Taking Desloratadine Apofri is not recommended if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Fertility<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no fertility data for men and women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the recommended\u00a0dose, this medicine is not expected to affect your ability to drive or use machines.\u00a0Although most people do not feel drowsy, it is recommended that you do not perform activities that require sharp attention, such as driving a vehicle or using machinery until you know how you react to the medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.\u00a0Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><em><strong>Desloratadine Apofri uses<\/strong><\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Always use this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/li><li><strong>Adults and adolescents (12 years and older):<\/strong><ul><li>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is one tablet once a day.<\/li><li>The tablet is swallowed whole with water.\u00a0Can be taken with or without food.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Contact a doctor if the improvement is not seen after 7 days of treatment.<\/li><li>Desloratadine Apofri should be used for a maximum of 3 consecutive months unless your doctor prescribes otherwise.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Use More Desloratadine Apofri Than You Should \u00a0<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Take Desloratadine Apofri as prescribed for you.\u00a0No serious problems are to be expected in case of accidental overdose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have ingested too much medicine or if e.g.&nbsp;If a child has inadvertently ingested the medicine, contact a doctor, hospital, or the Poison Information Center for risk assessment and advice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take your&nbsp;dose&nbsp;on time, take it as soon as possible and then go back to&nbsp;your&nbsp;regular&nbsp;dosing schedule.&nbsp;Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Stop Using Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Desloratadine Apofri Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the marketing of Desloratadine Apofri, cases of\u00a0<strong>severe allergic reactions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Difficulty breathing<\/li><li>Wheezing<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Swelling<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have been reported in very rare cases.\u00a0If you experience any of these\u00a0side effects\u00a0are, stop taking the drug and\u00a0<strong>seek immediate\u00a0emergency<\/strong> <strong>medical attention.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In\u00a0clinical trials\u00a0in adults, the\u00a0side effects\u00a0were about the same as with an inactive tablet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, were reported more often than with an inactive tablet.\u00a0In adolescents, headache was the most commonly reported\u00a0side effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/fatigue-syndrome\/\">Fatigue<\/a><\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Headache <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>In\u00a0clinical trials\u00a0with desloratadine, the following\u00a0side effects have\u00a0been reported:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common<\/strong>\u00a0<strong>Desloratadine apofri side effects<\/strong> (the following may affect up to 1 in 10 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>During the marketing of desloratadine, the following&nbsp;side effects have&nbsp;been reported:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Very rare<\/strong>&nbsp;(may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Severe allergic reactions<\/li><li>Fast heartbeat<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Muscle <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a><\/li><li>Restlessness with increased body movement<\/li><li>Rash<\/li><li>Stomach <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">ache<\/a><\/li><li>Upset stomach<\/li><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Hepatitis<\/li><li>Throbbing or irregular heartbeat<\/li><li>Nausea<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/diarrhea-in-children\/\">Diarrhea<\/a><\/li><li>Difficulty sleeping<\/li><li>Seizures<\/li><li>Abnormal liver function tests<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported<\/strong>&nbsp;(occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unusual weakness<\/li><li>Yellowing of the skin and\/or eyes<\/li><li>Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight, even in sunlight and to UV light, for example for UV light in solarium<\/li><li>Changes in how the heartbeats<\/li><li>Abnormal behavior<\/li><li>Aggression<\/li><li>Weight gain<\/li><li>Increased appetite<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Slow heartbeat<\/li><li>Changes in how the heartbeats<\/li><li>Abnormal behavior<\/li><li>Aggression<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Desloratadine Apofri<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Store in the original package.\u00a0Sensitive to light.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton after \u201cEXP\u201d.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is desloratadine 5 mg.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are <ul><li>Microcrystalline cellulose<\/li><li>Partially pregelatinized maize starch<\/li><li>Magnesium stearate<\/li><li>Colloidal\u00a0anhydrous silica<\/li><li>Hypromellose<\/li><li>Titanium dioxide (E171)<\/li><li>Stearic acid<\/li><li>Indigo carmine (E132)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Blue, round, biconvex, film-coated tablet 6.5 mm in diameter, smooth on both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorization Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Apofri AB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 120<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>182 12 Danderyd<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Genepharm SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18 hm Marathon Avenue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>153 51 Pallini Attikis<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greece<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Carton containing blister (PVC \/ PCTFE (ACLAR) aluminum foil or PVC \/ PE \/ PVDC aluminum foil) with 5, 10, 20 and 30 tablets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Desloratadine Apofri is used in grown-ups and kids to reduce hay fever and allergy symptoms, including sneezing; watery nose; and red, prickling, tearing eyes. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2204,2200],"tags":[2557,5813,5818,5815,5816,5817,2559,2560,5782,2558,5781,5814],"class_list":["post-7385","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-d","category-medicines","tag-desloratadine","tag-desloratadine-apofri","tag-desloratadine-apofri-dose","tag-desloratadine-apofri-side-effects","tag-desloratadine-apofri-tablet","tag-desloratadine-apofri-uses","tag-desloratadine-dose","tag-desloratadine-side-effects","tag-desloratadine-tablet","tag-desloratadine-uses","tag-what-is-desloratadine","tag-what-is-desloratadine-apofri"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7385","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=7385"}],"version-history":[{"count":51,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7385\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":38760,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/7385\/revisions\/38760"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=7385"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=7385"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=7385"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}