Loratadine

Generic name: Loratadine

Drug class: Antihistamines

Dosage forms: Capsule, Syrup, Tablet, chewable tablet, Disintegrating tablet

Root of administration: Oral

Dose: Capsule :10 mg, Syrup: 5 mg/5 mL, Tablet :10 mg, Tablet chewable: 5 mg, Tablet disintegrating: 5,10mg

Mechanism of action: 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.

Drug usage cases: Loratadine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, hay fever, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms. Loratadine is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.

Drug contra indications: Ask a doctor or pharmacist if loratadine is safe to use if you have ever had:

kidney disease; or liver disease. The disintegrating tablet may contain phenylalanine and could be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 2 years old without medical advice.

Side effects: Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to loratadine: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

fast or uneven heart rate, severe headache; or a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.

Warnings: You should not take this medication if you are allergic to loratadine or to desloratadine (Clarinex). Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use. Some chewable dosage forms of loratadine may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using these forms of loratadine if you have phenylketonuria (PKU). Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you have liver or kidney disease.

Use during pregnancy or breastfeeding: Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.