ALASTIN AM TAB

Overview

ALASTIN AM TAB is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

ALASTIN AM TAB is composed of: AMBROXOL ( ), LORATADINE ( )

This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.
Loratadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. Loratadine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Usage

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis

LORATADINE is generally used to treat: Skin Rash, Common Cold
LORATADINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Runny Nose, Eyes Watery Eyes

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

ALASTIN AM TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for ALASTIN AM TAB and its Constituents

Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
Caution should be exercised in patients with liver or kidney disease, and epilepsy. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LORATADINE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Drowsiness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach

Rare Side-Effects

LORATADINE : Face Swelling, Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

LORATADINE can interfere with: Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
LORATADINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ALASTIN AM TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALASTIN AM TAB	INR 14.31 for 10 TABLETS	LORATADINE , AMBROXOL
CLARIDIN AM SYP	INR 58 for 60 ML SYRUP	LORATADINE , AMBROXOL

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ALASPAN AG 5MG/50MG/30MG SYP	INR 59 for 60 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
ALASPAN AM 60MG/5MG TAB	INR 65.9 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
ALASPAN AM TAB	INR 65.9 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60 MG, LORATADINE 5 MG
COLDFIZ TAB	INR 20.56 for 10 TABLETS	NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 20.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
DASLIN NF SYP	INR 52.45 for 60 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
LORFAST AM SYP	INR 95 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMBROXOL 30 MG, LORATADINE 5 MG
LORFAST AM SYPUP	INR 95 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
LORFAST AM TAB	INR 62.3 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60 MG, LORATADINE 5 MG
LORIDIN AM SYP	INR 35.86 for 60 ML SYRUP	AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
LORIDIN AM TAB	INR 30.02 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG
MAGNATUSS A SYP	INR 60 for 100 ML SYRUP	LORATADINE , GUAIFENESIN , AMBROXOL
NAM COLD SR TAB	INR 43.89 for 10 TABLETS	NIMESULIDE 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 20.0 MG, LORATADINE 5.0 MG