What is the use of Lorkast Tablet 10's?

Lorkast Tablet 10's is used to treat allergic rhinitis.

Can Lorkast Tablet 10's be taken daily?

Lorkast Tablet 10's can be safely taken daily until your allergic symptoms subside and as long as your doctor has advised you to take it.

I am diabetic, can I take Lorkast Tablet 10's?

Lorkast Tablet 10's can be safely used in patients with diabetes. However, always consult your doctor before taking Lorkast Tablet 10's to discuss the possible risks associated with this medicine.

Can Lorkast Tablet 10's be used to treat asthma?

Lorkast Tablet 10's can improve symptoms in patients with seasonal allergic asthma. However, always consult your doctor before taking Lorkast Tablet 10's to discuss the possible risks associated with this medicine.

Can Lorkast Tablet 10's be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved?

No, Lorkast Tablet 10's should not be stopped when allergy symptoms are relieved. It should be taken for as long as it is advised by the doctor. If you experience any difficulty while taking Lorkast Tablet 10's, consult your doctor.

Can the use of Lorkast Tablet 10's cause dry mouth?

Yes, the use of Lorkast Tablet 10's can cause dry mouth. Drink plenty of water, take regular sips throughout the day and keep some water by your bed at night. If your lips are also dry, you can apply lip balm.

What should be avoided while taking Lorkast Tablet 10's?

Do not take Lorkast Tablet 10's with any fruit juices including orange, apple, or grapefruit, as they may reduce the effectiveness of Lorkast Tablet 10's. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Lorkast Tablet 10's as it increases the severity of sleepiness or drowsiness caused by Lorkast Tablet 10's.

Will Lorkast Tablet 10's be more effective if taken in higher doses?

No, taking Lorkast Tablet 10's in higher doses will not make it more effective, instead it may increase the risk of side effects. If the symptoms worsen, please consult the doctor.

Can I use Lorkast Tablet 10's while breastfeeding?

You are recommended to take your doctor’s advice before using Lorkast Tablet 10's if you are breastfeeding.

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Lorkast Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis. It contains Desloratadine and Montelukast, which blocks the action of histamine (chemical causing allergic symptoms) and reduces the allergic reaction. It provides quick relief from allergic symptoms and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose. It may cause common side effects such as abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, and dry mouth. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Lorkast Tablet 10's

Lorkast Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis. Allergic rhinitis (hay fever) is an allergic response to certain foods or pollen, pet dander, or other allergens. Allergic conditions vary from person to person. It is typically characterised by allergic symptoms such as a runny nose, sneezing, and red, watery, itchy, and swollen eyes.

Lorkast Tablet 10's is a combination of Desloratadine and Montelukast. Desloratadine acts by blocking histamine's action (chemical messenger) and reducing the allergic reaction. Montelukast blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose.

The common side effects of Lorkast Tablet 10's are abdominal pain, headache, fatigue, and dry mouth. These side effects usually go away without any medical treatment. However, if any of these side effects persist or worsen, consult a doctor immediately.

Do not take Lorkast Tablet 10's if you are allergic to Desloratadine, Montelukast, or any other ingredients present in it. Lorkast Tablet 10's is not recommended in patients who have a medical or family history of seizures or kidney failure. Lorkast Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Uses of Lorkast Tablet 10's

Lorkast Tablet 10's is used in the treatment of Allergic rhinitis. The detailed uses of Lorkast Tablet 10's are as follows:

Allergic rhinitis relief: Lorkast Tablet 10's helps relieve allergic rhinitis symptoms like sneezing, nasal congestion, and a runny nose.
Managing asthma symptoms: Lorkast Tablet 10's is involved in providing relief from the asthma symptoms by reducing airway inflammation and improving breathing.
Treatment of seasonal allergies: Lorkast Tablet 10's helps to manage seasonal allergies by reducing symptoms like congestion and sneezing during peak pollen seasons.
Relief from allergic conjunctivitis: Lorkast Tablet 10's relieves allergic conjunctivitis symptoms like itching, redness, and irritation in the eyes, providing comfort.
Use in chronic urticaria: Lorkast Tablet 10's helps to manage chronic urticaria (hives) by reducing inflammation and itchiness, providing relief from symptoms.

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Directions for Use

Take Lorkast Tablet 10's with or without food, or as advised by a doctor.
Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
Swallow the medicine as a whole with a glass of water.
Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Lorkast Tablet 10's is a combination of two medicines: Desloratadine and Montelukast.
Desloratadine is an antihistamine and acts by blocking histamine's action (chemicals causing allergic symptoms) and reducing the allergic reaction. It provides quick relief from allergic symptoms.
Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose.
Lorkast Tablet 10's helps alleviate symptoms associated with allergies, such as sneezing, a runny nose, coughing, and watery eyes.

How Lorkast Tablet 10's Works

Lorkast Tablet 10's is a combination of two medicines: Desloratadine and Montelukast. Desloratadine is an antihistamine and acts by blocking histamine's action (chemicals causing allergic symptoms) and reducing the allergic reaction. It provides quick relief from allergic symptoms. Montelukast is a leukotriene antagonist, which blocks a chemical messenger (leukotriene) and reduces inflammation and swelling in the nose.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Side effects of Lorkast Tab

Headache

Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:

Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.

High Body Temperature

Here's a comprehensive approach to managing medication-triggered fever:

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.

Irritability

Manage stress by practising deep breathing, yoga or meditation.
Get enough sleep. Maintain a regular sleep cycle.
Exercise regularly. Try physical activities like walking, running, or dancing.
Limit stimulants like tea, coffee and alcohol.
Identify triggers and try managing them.
Take a break by scheduling time for yourself.
Try creative activities like writing, dancing or painting as it helps release tension.

Common Cold

Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Upper respiratory tract infection:

Inform your doctor about the symptoms you're experiencing due to medication.
Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan, which could include changing your medication, adding new medications, or offering advice on managing your symptoms.
Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids to help loosen and clear mucus from your nose, throat, and airways.
Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your symptoms don't subside or worsen, consult your doctor for further guidance.

Cough

Here are the steps to manage the medication-triggered Cough:

Tell your doctor about the cough symptoms you're experiencing, which may be triggered by your medication.
Your doctor may adjust your treatment plan by changing your medication, adding new medications, or providing guidance on managing your cough symptoms.
Practice good hygiene, including frequent handwashing, avoiding close contact with others, and avoiding sharing utensils or personal items.
Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids, such as water, tea, or soup, to help thin out mucus and soothe your throat.
Get plenty of rest and engage in stress-reducing activities to help your body recover. If your cough persists or worsens, consult your doctor for further guidance.

Dizziness

Here are the 7 steps to manage Dizziness caused by medication:

Inform your doctor about dizziness symptoms. They may adjust your medication regimen or prescribe additional medications to manage symptoms.
Follow your doctor's instructions for taking medication, and take it at the same time every day to minimize dizziness.
When standing up, do so slowly and carefully to avoid sudden dizziness.
Avoid making sudden movements, such as turning or bending quickly, which can exacerbate dizziness.
Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated and help alleviate dizziness symptoms.
If you're feeling dizzy, sit or lie down and rest until the dizziness passes.
Track when dizziness occurs and any factors that may trigger it, and share this information with your doctor to help manage symptoms.

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What if I have taken an overdose of Lorkast Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Lorkast Tablet 10's as it may cause serious side effctd. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

If you notice any behavioural changes while taking Lorkast Tablet 10's, inform your doctor immediately.
If you are supposed to undergo skin testing, the doctor might advise you to stop taking Lorkast Tablet 10's 72 hours before the test, as it decreases the response to the skin prick test.
Do not stop taking Lorkast Tablet 10's abruptly even if you feel better, as it may cause withdrawal symptoms such as itching, burning sensations, or runny nose.

Drug-Drug Interactions

DesloratadineIvacaftor

Severe

DesloratadineTranylcypromine

Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DesloratadineIvacaftor

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Co-administration of Ivacaftor and Lorkast Tab can increase the levels of Lorkast Tab.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Lorkast Tab with Ivacaftor can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

DesloratadineTranylcypromine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Co-administration of Lorkast Tab with Tranylcypromine may increase the risk or severity of CNS depression (decreased heart rate, decreased rate of breathing, loss of consciousness).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lorkast Tab with tranylcypromine, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

DesloratadineIsocarboxazid

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Co-administration of Lorkast Tab with Isocarboxazid can increase the risk of CNS depression.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lorkast Tab with Isocarboxazid together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

MontelukastRifabutin

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Coadministration of Lorkast Tab and rifabutin can reduce the levels and effects of Rifabutin. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lorkast Tab and rifabutin together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, if you experience increased side effects such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or behavior and mood changes consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MontelukastPhenytoin

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Coadministration of Lorkast Tab and Phenytoin may reduce the blood levels and effects of Lorkast Tab. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lorkast Tab and Phenytoin may interact with one another, but they can be taken together if your doctor has prescribed them. However, if you experience signs such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, earache, runny nose, or behaviour and mood changes, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MontelukastMiconazole

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Coadministration of Miconazole with Lorkast Tab may increase the blood levels and effects of Lorkast Tab. This increases the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between miconazole and Lorkast Tab, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as fever, sore throat, cough, stomach pain, diarrhea, earache, runny nose, or uncommon, depression, confusion, difficulty concentrating, anxiety, hallucinations, irritability. memory impairment, restlessness, sleep walking, Consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using medications without a doctor's advice.

MontelukastPrimidone

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Coadministration of Lorkast Tab and primidone can reduce the levels and effects of Lorkast Tab.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lorkast Tab and Primidone together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

MontelukastRifapentine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Lorkast Tab:
Coadministration of Rifapentine with Lorkast Tab may reduce the blood levels and effects of Lorkast Tab. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rifapentine with Lorkast Tab together can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. If you experience increased side effects such as headache, fever, sore throat, cough, abdominal pain, diarrhea, earaches, runny nose, or behavior and mood changes consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Stay hydrated, as it is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate runny nose and sneezing.
Avoid stress as 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.
Avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc., and also certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol consumption may worsen your health condition and also interfere with the activity of Lorkast Tablet 10's. So, do not consume alcohol while taking Lorkast Tablet 10's.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Lorkast Tablet 10's is a category C medicine. It may cause toxic effects to the fetus. So, it should be used in pregnant women only if needed by doing a benefit/risk assessment.

Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Lorkast Tablet 10's can be safely used in breastfeeding mothers when prescribed.

Driving

Unsafe

Lorkast Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness. So, do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you feel sleepy.

Liver

Caution

Lorkast Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

Kidney

Caution

Lorkast Tablet 10's should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

Children

Unsafe

Lorkast Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in children under 12 years of age.

Heart

Caution

Lorkast Tablet 10's should be taken with extreme caution in patients with heart disease. Please consult your physician.

Geriatrics

Caution

Lorkast Tablet 10's should be used with extreme caution in elderly patients due to an increased risk of adverse effects. Dose adjustments maybe needed in some patients.

FAQs

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

S. No. 1C, PVC Pharma Towers, No.1, thangal Road, Poonamallee, Chennai, 600056

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Author Details

Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Dec 3, 2025 | 7:31 AM IST

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