Pregnancy interaction

• ALASTIN AM Loratadine and Ambroxol are in the tablet.
• When prescribed by a doctor, loratadine is usually safe to take during pregnancy (FDA Category B).
• There isn't much research on humans; however, animal studies have not shown that ambroxol is harmful. So, you should be careful when using it, especially in the first trimester.
• A healthcare provider must decide if the possible benefit of using the combination during pregnancy is greater than the possible risk.
• If you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant, you should always talk to your doctor before using ALASTIN-AM.

FAQs for Medicine?

Q1. What is the purpose of the ALASTIN-AM Tablet?

It is used to treat respiratory allergens such as allergic rhinitis, cough with mucus, bronchitis, and trouble breathing caused by thick mucus and allergies.

Q2. Is it okay to take ALASTIN-AM every day?

Yes, your doctor may tell you to take it once or twice a day. Do not go over the time that was set.

Q3. Is it safe for pregnant women to use ALASTIN-AM?

Pregnant women should be careful when using it and only do so with a doctor's supervision.

Q4. Is it safe to drive after taking an ALASTIN-AM tablet?

Ambroxol may make you feel a little dizzy, but loratadine doesn't usually make you sleepy. If you feel tired or lightheaded, don't drive or use heavy machinery.

Q5: Is it okay to take ALASTIN-AM with other cough or cold medicines?

Don't mix with other cough suppressants, antihistamines, or mucolytics unless your doctor tells you to. Doing so could cause negative effects or make the medicine work twice as well.

Q6. Does taking an ALASTIN-AM tablet make you sleepy?

Most of the time, it doesn't make you sleepy, although some people may feel a little sleepy or dizzy.

Expert advice

• Take the ALASTIN-AM Tablet with a full glass of water after meals.
• Drink a lot of fluids all day to help break up mucus.
• Do not drink alcohol or take sedative drugs while taking this tablet.
• Without talking to a doctor beforehand, don't give it to kids under 12.
• If your cough lasts longer than seven days or is accompanied by a fever or wheezing that won't go away, see your doctor.
• You may need to change your dose if you have liver or kidney problems.

Side effects

• Headache
• Stomach pain or nausea
• A little bit sleepy or tired
• A sore throat or a runny nose
• Side effects that are less prevalent or rare:
• Feeling dizzy
• Rash or irritation on the skin
• Allergic responses that cause swelling or trouble breathing (rare)
• Pain in the stomach or heartburn
• If you have a serious allergic response, get medical help right away.

How It Works

• Loratadine and Ambroxol make up the ALASTIN-AM Tablet. It acts in two ways:
• Loratadine (10 mg): This is an antihistamine that doesn't make you sleepy and stops allergy symptoms, including sneezing, itching, and watery eyes, by blocking H1 histamine receptors.
• Ambroxol (30 mg) is a mucolytic drug that breaks down and thins mucus in the airways, making it simpler to cough up and breathe comfortably.
• By lowering allergies and making it easier for mucus to leave the body, they help with allergic coughs, colds, and trouble breathing.

Drugs interaction

• Other antihistamines can make you sleepy and raise your risk of overdose.
• Sedatives, alcohol, or tranquilizers may make you feel more sleepy or dizzy.
• Cough suppressants (such as codeine and dextromethorphan) can make it harder for mucus to leave the body.
• Erythromycin and ketoconazole are two antibiotics that may raise the levels of loratadine in the body.
• Drugs that change liver enzymes, like Cimetidine, can change how the body breaks down the components.
• Always tell your doctor about any medications or supplements you are taking.

How to Use

• Follow your doctor's instructions for taking the ALASTIN-AM tablet.
• Usually taken once or twice a day after meals.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet; just swallow it whole with water.
• Stick to a consistent routine for optimal outcomes.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it when you remember. If it's close to the next dose, skip it.
• Don't take twice the dose.
• Keep it out of direct sunlight and in a cool, dry area.

Uses/Indications

• Allergic rhinitis (sneezing, stuffy nose, and itching)
• Coughing that happens with allergies or respiratory ailments
• Asthma and bronchitis with mucus
• Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) with too much mucus
• Sinusitis or an allergy cough that makes your throat hurt
• Allergies to the skin and lungs that cause coughing and chest congestion