What is loratadine betamethasone?
The combination of loratadine (antihistamine) andbetamethasone (corticosteroid), is a formula to treat patients with some conditions resulting from allergic reactions, thanks to itsantihistamine and anti-inflammatory properties.
What is loratadine betamethasone for?
- Loratadine betamethasone is intended to treat thesymptoms produced by some types of allergies, thanks to its antihistamine and anti-inflammatory effect, providing relief andimprovement in the quality of life of patients.
- It is used to treat:
- Skin allergiessuch as atopicdermatitis, skin inflammation, itching, rash, among others. (1)
- Asthma andconjunctivitiscaused by allergy.
- Seasonal allergic rhinitis. (2)
Dosage and routes of administration of loratadine betamethasone
Loratadine betamethasone regularly comes as tablets, containing loratadine and betamethasone in a concentration of 5.0 mg, / 0.25 mg in a box with 10, 20 and 30 pieces, the method of administration of which is oral, as mentioned below:
- Children over 12 years of age and adults: 2 tablets a day with water are recommended, but it deprives the medical dosage.
What products contain loratadine betamethasone?
Some of the medicines that contain loratadine betamethasone are:
- Celestamine®
- Composite Erispan®
- Cortistamin L®
- Claricort®
Celestamine®
- Celestamine® is an antihistamine drug made from loratadine and betamethasone, which is presented as a tablet and syrup.
- It is indicated for the relief of symptoms related to allergic manifestations .
- For more information about this medicine, see Celestamine: What is it and what is it used for?
Erispan Compound®
- Compound erispan® is a pediatric solution composed of loratadine and betamethasone, with anti-inflammatory, antiallergic and antihistamine properties.
- This medicine is indicated to treat symptoms of allergic conditions in children such as rhinitis, urticaria, dermatitis, among others .
Cortistamin L®
- Cortistamin L® is a medicine presented in the form of a syrup, which contains betamethasone and loratadine.
- It is indicated for allergic rhinitis that does not respond to other therapies , urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions , tubal obstruction of otorhinolaryngological origin, among other conditions.
Claricort®
- Claricort® is a medicine that comes in tablets and syrup, whose composition includes loratadine and betamethasone.
- This combination of drugs is indicated to Relieve severe symptoms of atopic dermatitis , urticaria, allergic rhinitis, among other conditions.
Loratadine Betamethasone Side Effects
Treatment with loratadine betamethasone can cause some of the following side effects in certain patients :
- Allergic reactions due to contact with some of the components of the formulation.
- Headache, nausea, fatigue.
- Dry mouth and gastritis.
- Rashes.
Important: If you notice the appearance of any of these symptoms or another not included in the list, stop using it and consult your doctor.
Contraindications and warnings of betamethasone loratadine
Treatment with loratadine betamethasone is contraindicated in the following cases:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the formula’s components.
- If you suffer from prostatic hypertrophy.
- In children under 12 years of age.
- Do not administer during pregnancy and lactation.
You should know: Before starting a treatment with the combination of loratadine and betamethasone, it is advisable to give Your Doctor Informationabout your health history.
Avoid if you have:
- Some systemic fungal infection.
- High calcium levels.
- Medication with other drugs for other pathologies, without medical recommendation.
Warnings:
- This medicine must be administered under prescription by a specialist doctor.
- Alcohol consumption increases the risks of dizziness and drowsiness, as undesirable side effects.
- Due to the risk of this medicine during the lactation period, it is recommended to avoid it during this stage.
- This drug is administered with a prescription.
- It is advisable to administer before or after main meals and at the same time during treatment.
- Keep out of children reach.
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