antialer 5mg tablet - Desloratadine (5mg) medicine

Antialer 5mg Tablet - Uses, Price, Side Effects

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๐Ÿญ Ethix Healthcare ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Jun 29, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
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SaathiMed Expert Panel | Jun 29, 2026

What is antialer 5mg tablet used for?

Antialer 5mg Tablet contains Desloratadine, an antihistamine used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, itching) and chronic urticaria (hives). It works by blocking histamine, a substance that causes allergic reactions. Take once daily as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Desloratadine
  • Manufacturer: Ethix Healthcare
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: A
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š antialer 5mg tablet Uses & Benefits

Seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria.

Off-label uses: Atopic dermatitis, Asthma (as adjunct), Eosinophilic esophagitis

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Desloratadine
Brand NameAlides 5mg Tablet
ManufacturerEthix Healthcare
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassH1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)
Route of AdministrationOral.
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from light and moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionWell absorbed after oral administration; peak plasma concentration achieved in approximately 3 hours.
DistributionDistributed widely; volume of distribution is approximately 49 L.
Protein Binding83-87% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismExtensively metabolized in the liver via glucuronidation and hydroxylation; CYP450 involvement is minimal.
Half-LifeApproximately 27 hours.
ExcretionExcreted primarily in urine (40-50%) and feces (40-50%) as metabolites.
BioavailabilityApproximately 80%.
Onset of ActionWithin 1 hour.
Peak Plasma Time3 hours.
Duration of Action24 hours.

How It Works

Selective peripheral H1-receptor antagonist; inhibits histamine release from mast cells and basophils.

Mechanism Steps

1Desloratadine binds selectively to peripheral H1 receptors.
2Blocks histamine from binding to H1 receptors on target cells.
3Inhibits histamine-induced vasodilation, increased vascular permeability, and smooth muscle contraction.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take antialer 5mg tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

Dosage Timeline

๐ŸŒ… Morning โœ… โ˜€๏ธ Afternoon โŒ ๐ŸŒ† Evening โœ… ๐ŸŒ™ Night โŒ

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of antialer 5mg tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Somnolence
  • Fatigue
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Pharyngitis

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Angioedema
  • Tachycardia
  • Seizures

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Hepatitis
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Anaphylaxis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Alcohol Moderate Increased drowsiness
Ketoconazole Moderate Increased desloratadine levels
Erythromycin Moderate Increased desloratadine levels

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Erythromycin
  • Ketoconazole
  • Azithromycin
  • Cimetidine

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Fluoxetine
  • Ritonavir
  • Clarithromycin

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Alcohol
  • Grapefruit juice

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions; may be taken with or without food.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

May increase drowsiness; avoid concurrent use.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

Liver
Low
Kidney
Low
Heart
Low
Pregnancy
Category A

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to desloratadine or any excipients.

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Monitor for symptom relief; no routine lab monitoring required.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Excreted in breast milk; caution advised.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive treatment; no specific antidote; consider gastric lavage if recent ingestion.

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; if almost time for next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Reviewed: Jun 29, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

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