Rupamac 10mg Tablet

Rupamac 10mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called 'anti-histamine or anti-allergic which is used in the treatment of allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis and urticaria. Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Urticaria, also known as hives, is an outbreak of swollen, pale red bumps or plaques (wheals) on the skin that appear suddenly, either as a result of the body's reaction to certain allergens or for unknown reasons.

Rupamac 10mg Tablet contains 'Rupatadine.' It works by reducing a chemical substance called histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic symptoms itching, sneezing, runny nose, swelling and rashes.

You can take Rupamac 10mg Tablet with food or without food. It should be swallowed whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take your tablets based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side effects like headache, dizziness, dry mouth, fatigue, tiredness, nausea, and abdominal pain. Most of these side effects of Rupamac 10mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, stop the medicine and reach out to your doctor.

You should not take Rupamac 10mg Tablet if you are allergic to Rupamac 10mg Tablet. Take the Rupamac 10mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor about the medicines which you are taking other than the Rupamac 10mg Tablet. Inform your doctor, before taking Rupamac 10mg Tablet in pregnant/planning to get pregnant/breast-feeding women. Rupamac 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients (age > 65 years) due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Rupamac 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in heart, kidney and liver patients.

Rupamac 10mg Tablet contains 'Rupatadine' that belongs to a class of 'anti-histamine or anti-allergic drugs. It is used in the treatment of allergic conditions, such as allergic rhinitis and urticaria and works by reducing a chemical substance called histamine, which is responsible for causing allergic symptoms itching, sneezing, runny nose, swelling and rashes.

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Fatigue
• Tiredness and weakness
• Nausea
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Vomiting
• Constipation
• Rash

You should not take Rupamac 10mg Tablet if you are allergic to Rupamac 10mg Tablet.Take the Rupamac 10mg Tablet as advised by your doctor. Tell your doctor about the medicines which you are taking other than the Rupamac 10mg Tablet.Inform your doctor, before taking Rupamac 10mg Tablet in pregnant/planning to get pregnant/breast-feeding women.Rupamac 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in elderly patients (age > 65 years) due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects.Rupamac 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in heart, kidney and liver patients. Due to the presence of lactose monohydrate in Rupamac 10mg Tablet, patients with rare hereditary problems of galactose intolerance, total lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption should not take this medicine. Avoid alcohol With Rupamac 10mg Tablet it may cause adverse effects. Rupamac 10mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, so do not drive/operate a machine.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Rupamac 10mg Tablet have interactions with other antihistamines (diphenhydramine), Benzodiazepines(midazolam), antibiotics (erythromycin), Anti-fungal (itraconazole, ketoconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole, posaconazole), HIV protease inhibitors(indinavir, ritonavir), anti-depressant (nefazodone), calcium channel blocker (diltiazem) and statins(atorvastatin) and immunosuppressive drugs ( ciclosporin, tacrolimus, sirolimus, everolimus, cisapride) should be used with caution.

Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol and grapefruit juice should not be used along with Rupamac 10mg Tablet. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Rupamac 10mg Tablet is contraindicated in kidney diseases, hepatic diseases, heart diseases, galactose intolerance, and glucose-galactose malabsorption.

• ATORVASTATIN
• LOVASTATIN
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• MIDAZOLAM
• ERYTHROMYCIN
• ITRACONAZOLE
• KETOCONAZOLE
• POSACONAZOLE
• FLUCONAZOLE
• VORICONAZOLE
• INDINAVIR
• RITONAVIR
• NEFAZODONE
• DILITAZEM
• CICLOSPORIN
• SIROLIMUS
• TACROLIMUS
• EVEROLIMUS
• CISAPRIDE
• ALCOHOL

• Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold.
• Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
• The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick.
• An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
• To stay fit and safe, try to sleep at least 8 hours each night.
• It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc.
• Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Stop taking Rupamac 10mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.

Allergic rhinitis: Allergic rhinitis, also known as hay fever, is a type of inflammation in the nose which occurs when the immune system overreacts to allergens in the air. Signs and symptoms include a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, red, itchy, and watery eyes, and swelling around the eyes. It is caused by the most common airborne allergens that cause rhinitis are dust mites, pollen and spores and animal skin, urine and saliva.

Urticaria: Urticaria is also called hives is a common skin rash triggered by many things, including certain foods, medication and stress. Symptoms include itchy, raised, red or skin-coloured welts on the skin's surface.