Aktilor 5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aktilor 5mg tablet used for?
Aktilor 5mg Tablet contains Desloratadine, an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and hives. It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic reactions. It is typically taken once daily.
- Generic Name: Desloratadine
- Manufacturer: Aktis Pharma India Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aktilor 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits
Seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria.
Off-label uses: Atopic dermatitis, Asthma (as adjunct), Eosinophilic esophagitis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Desloratadine |
| Brand Name | Alides 5mg Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Aktis Pharma India Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation) |
| Route of Administration | Oral. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light and moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Selective peripheral H1-receptor antagonist; inhibits histamine release from mast cells and basophils.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take aktilor 5mg tablet
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aktilor 5mg tablet
โ Common Side Effects
- Somnolence
- Fatigue
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Pharyngitis
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Angioedema
- Tachycardia
- Seizures
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Hepatitis
- Thrombocytopenia
- Anaphylaxis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased drowsiness |
| CNS Depressants | Moderate | Enhanced sedative effect |
| Erythromycin | Minor | Increased desloratadine levels |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Erythromycin
- Ketoconazole
- Azithromycin
- Cimetidine
โก Moderate Interactions
- Fluoxetine
- Ritonavir
- Clarithromycin
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Alcohol
- Grapefruit juice
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase drowsiness; avoid concurrent use.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to desloratadine or any excipients.
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Monitor for symptom relief; no routine lab monitoring required.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Excreted in breast milk; caution advised.
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive treatment; no specific antidote; consider gastric lavage if recent ingestion.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if almost time for next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.