Loratadine

( Generic Loratadine Childrens Allergy Relief Childrens Loratadine Claritin Claritin Reditabs Claritin Childrens Alavert Claritin Allergy Childrens Allergy Relief (Loratadine) Ft All Day Allergy Relief Goodsense Allergy Relief Ft Allergy Relief Childrens Claritin Reditabs Juniors Ft Allergy Childrens Loradamed )
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Alavert

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Loratadine is used to temporarily relieve the symptoms of hay fever (allergy to pollen, dust, or other substances in the air) and other allergies. These symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, and itchy eyes, nose, or throat. Loratadine is also used to treat itching and redness caused by hives. However, loratadine does not prevent hives or other allergic skin reactions. Loratadine is in a class of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. Loratadine is also available in combination with pseudoephedrine (Sudafed, others). This monograph only includes information about the use of loratadine alone. If you are taking the loratadine and pseudoephedrine combination product, read the information on the package label or ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Claritin Reditabs is used to prevent and treat allergy symptoms. Loratadine is the generic version. On average Claritin is priced at about $28 for a supply of 30, 5 mg disintegrating tablets. Luckily, you can use our OptionRx savings offer to receive a Claritin Reditabs discount of up to 80% off the retail price at participating pharmacies near you.

  • Ala-Hist IR
  • Alavert
  • Aldex AN
  • Allegra
  • Allegra Allergy
  • Allegra Hives
  • Allegra-Nasacort Allergy 24HR Value Pack
  • Aller-Chlor
  • Aller-G-Time
  • Allergy
  • Allergy 24Hr
  • Allergy Medication
  • Allergy Medicine
  • Allergy Relief
  • Allermax
  • Liquid
  • Tablet
  • Long Acting Tablet
  • Dissolving Tablet
  • Fizzy Tablet
  • Chewable Tablet
  • Capsule
  • Liquid Filled Capsule
  • Long Acting Capsule
  • By mouth

Your doctor will tell you how much medicine to use. Do not use more than directed.

Follow the instructions on the medicine label if you are using this medicine without a prescription.

Drink plenty of fluids.

You may take this medicine with food to lessen stomach upset.

Swallow the extended-release tablet, extended-release capsule, or liquid-filled capsule whole. Do not crush, chew, or break it.

The chewable tablet must be chewed completely before you swallow it.

Make sure your hands are dry before you handle the disintegrating tablet. Peel back the foil from the blister pack, then remove the tablet. Do not push the tablet through the foil. Place the tablet in your mouth. After it has melted, swallow or take a drink of water.

Measure the oral liquid medicine with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup. You might need to shake the medicine before using it.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an unusual or allergic reaction to Chlor-Trimeton®, Dimetane®, Polaramine®, Actifed®, Tavist® or other antihistamines. You should not use this medicine if you have taken Furoxone®, Marplan®, Eutonyl®, Nardil®, or Matulane® within the last 2 weeks. Do not give any over-the-counter (OTC) cough and cold medicine to a baby or child under 4 years old. Using these medicines in very young children might cause serious or possibly life-threatening side effects.

This medicine may cause drowsiness. If it does, avoid driving a car or using machinery.

This medicine may cause a skin rash when you are out in the sun. Use a sunscreen when you are outside, and try not to spend long periods in direct sunlight.

Ask your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have glaucoma or trouble urinating.

This medicine might contain phenylalanine. This is only a concern if you have a disorder called phenylketonuria (a problem with amino acids). Talk to your doctor before using this medicine.

Side effects of this medicine may occur more frequently in young children and older adults.

Some antihistamine syrups contain alcohol.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine.

Avoid taking this medicine with other antihistamines.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are taking any medicine that makes you sleepy, such as sedatives, narcotic pain killers, or antidepressants while you are receiving this medicine.

Some antihistamine syrups contain alcohol.

This medicine may cause drowsiness. If it does, avoid driving a car or using machinery.

This medicine may cause a skin rash when you are out in the sun. Use a sunscreen when you are outside, and try not to spend long periods in direct sunlight.

  • Severe drowsiness, clumsiness, or confusion
  • Faintness
  • Fast heartbeat
  • Shortness of breath or trouble breathing
  • Nervousness
  • Changes in vision, such as trouble focusing
  • Nervousness
  • Irritability or excitement
  • Drowsiness or dizziness
  • Upset stomach
  • Reduced appetite
  • Changes in vision, such as trouble focusing