Claritin
- Generic Name: loratadine
- Brand Name: Claritin
- Drug Class: How Do Second Generation Antihistamines Work?
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Claritin Side Effects Center
What Is Claritin?
Claritin (loratadine) is an antihistamine used to treat allergy symptoms. Claritin blocks the action of histamine, a substance in the body that initiates allergic symptoms like itching, sneezing, runny nose, and allergic skin rashes. Claritin is available as a generic drug.
What Are Side Effects of Claritin?
Common side effects of Claritin include:
- headache,
- sleepiness,
- feeling tired,
- drowsiness,
- fatigue,
- nervousness,
- stomach pain,
- diarrhea,
- dry mouth,
- sore throat,
- hoarseness,
- eye redness,
- blurred vision,
- nosebleed, or
- skin rash.
Tell your doctor if you experience serious side effects of Claritin including fast or uneven heart rate, feeling like you might pass out, jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes), or seizures (convulsions).
Dosage for Claritin
Claritin is available as a 10 mg tablet, a 5 or 10 mg rapidly-disintegrating tablet, a 10 mg chewable tablet, and a syrup (5 mg per 5 ml). Claritin is taken once a day.
What Drugs, Substances, or Supplements Interact with Claritin?
Drug interactions may occur with certain antibiotics, antifungal medications, and acid-reducing drugs. Warnings may apply to individuals who have asthma, kidney disease, or liver disease. People who have phenylketonuria (PKU) should avoid certain brands of orally disintegrating tablets that may contain aspartame.
Claritin During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Claritin is generally avoided during pregnancy and nursing. Pregnant women may take Claritin only if it is clearly needed. Nursing mothers should consult their doctor before breastfeeding. Claritin should not be used in children younger than 6 years of age unless directed by a doctor. Chewable tablets should not be used in children younger than 2 years of age unless directed by a pediatric doctor.
Additional Information
Our Claritin Side Effects Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information on the potential side effects when taking this medication.
Claritin Consumer Information
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Common side effects may include:
- headache; or
- feeling tired or drowsy.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Read the entire detailed patient monograph for Claritin (Loratadine)
Claritin Professional Information
SIDE EFFECTS
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Read the entire FDA prescribing information for Claritin (Loratadine)
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