Buy Claritin (loratadine) to treat symptoms associated with seasonal allergic such as ragweed, grass and tree pollens in adults and children 2 years of age and older. The symptoms that are treated effectively include: sneezing, rhinorrhea, nasal pruritus, ocular pruritus, tearing, and redness of the eyes.

 

Contraindications: Claritin is contraindicated in those patients with a known hypersensitivity to it or any of its ingredients. The safety and effectiveness of loratadine in pediatric patients under the age of 6 months have not been established. Woman who are pregnant or think they might become pregnant should speak with a physician before they take Claritin. Claritin should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

 

Chemical Name

Loratadine

 

Ingredients

Active ingredients: Loratadine

 

Oral Tablets:

Non active: corn starch, lactose, and magnesium stearate

 

Indications

Claritin provides effective relief from seasonal allergy symptoms caused by airborne pollens from trees, grass and weeds. It is also effective in relieving the symptoms of ongoing itching and hives of unknown cause.

 

Also it is indicated for the treatment of symptoms associated with perennial allergic rhinitis due to dust mites, animal dander, molds allergens and chronic idiopathic urticaria in adults and children 6 months of age and older.

 

How It Works

Claritin works by blocking the histamine released by your body's immune system, thus relieving some of your seasonal allergy symptoms.

Unlike all over-the-counter and some prescription antihistamines (which can make people drowsy), it has no drowsy side effects so you feel better, not medicated.

 

Dosage

Tablets (10 mg)

 

For Adults and Children 12 Years and Older:

The recommended initial dose of Claritin is one (10 mg) pill per day.

 

For Children 6 to 11 Years:

The recommended dosage is half a pill (5 mg) once daily depending on symptom severity.

 

Precautions

Claritin is contraindicated in those patients with a known hypersensitivity to it or any of its ingredients. Be careful when taking Claritin if you are doing activities that require mental alertness. The safety and effectiveness of loratadine in pediatric patients under the age of 6 months has not been established.

 

There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Woman who are pregnant or think they might become pregnant should speak with a physician before they take Claritin. Claritin should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Loratadine has been reported to be excreted in human breast milk.

Drug Interactions

When taking loratadine with theophylline the dose of theophylline may need to be reduced.

No clinically significant drug interactions have been found with theophylline at a low dose, azithromycin, pseudoephedrine, ketoconazole, or erythromycin. There was a small decrease in the clearance of loratadine caused by a 400-mg dose of theophylline; it is possible that larger theophylline doses could have a greater effect.

 

Before using this Claritin, tell your doctor or pharmacist about all prescription and nonprescription medications, including herbal products, minerals and vitamins you may be taking. Other medications may affect how Claritin works or may cause other unforeseen complications.

 

Adverse/Side Effects

Some of the potential minor side effects include: somnolence, fatigue, dry mouth, pharyngitis, dizziness headache, nausea, abdominal pain, coughing, diarrhea, epistaxis and bronchospasm.

 

If any of the following infrequent but potentially hazardous side effects occur get in contact with your doctor: anorexia, flushing, increased salivation, urinary retention, cardiac failure, hypertension, palpitation, tachycardia, abnormal coordination, ataxia, confusion, dysphonia, hyperesthesia, hyperkinesia, hypertonia, hypoesthesia, leg cramps, migraine, myelitis, paralysis, paresthesia, ptosis, syncope, tremor, twitching, vertigo, visual field defect, abnormal hepatic function, aggravated tooth caries, constipation, dyspepsia, eructation, flatulence, gastritis, hemorrhoids, increased appetite, melena, rectal hemorrhage, stomatitis including ulcerative stomatitis, tongue discoloration, tongue edema, cystitis, dysuria, hematuria, deafness, earache, ototoxicity, tinnitus, dehydration, diabetes mellitus, thirst, arthralgia, arthritis, arthrosis, muscle weakness, myalgia, abnormal thinking, agitation, amnesia, anxiety, decreased libido, depersonalization, depression, emotional lability, euphoria, impaired concentration, insomnia, nervousness, paroniria, sleep disorder, bronchitis, dyspnea, hyperventilation, increased sputum, pneumonia, respiratory disorder, rhinitis, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infection, dysmenorrhea, female breast pain, intermenstrual bleeding, leukorrhea, menorrhagia, vaginitis., lymphadenopathy, acne, alopecia, angioedema, bullous eruption, dermatitis, dry skin, eczema, erythematous rash, furunculosis, hyperkeratosis, hypertrichosis, increased sweating, maculopapular rash, photosensitivity reaction, photosensitivity toxic reaction, pruritus, purpura, rash, seborrhea, skin disorder, skin nodule, urticaria, parosmia, taste loss, taste perversion, blindness, conjunctivitis, eye pain, glaucoma, loss of accommodation, ocular hemorrhage, xerophthalmia, accidental injury, asthenia, back pain, chest pain, enlarged abdomen, face edema, fever, generalized edema, hot flashes, increased weight, leg edema, malaise, nasal polyp, pain, pallor, periorbital edema, peripheral edema, rigors, micturition frequency, polyuria, urinary incontinence, urinary tract infection, aggressive reaction, anaphylaxis, cholestasis, convulsions, glomerulonephritis, hallucinations, hemolytic anemia, hepatitis, orofacial dyskinesia, severe hypotension, still birth, suicidal idealtion, suicide and thrombocytopenia.

 

Overdose

The most common symptoms of an acute overdose are: convulsions, severe somnolence (drowsiness), rapid or irregular heartbeat, and/or breathing difficulty. In case of hallucinations, vomiting, or a change in body temperature, gastric lavage (stomach pumping) and the administration of activated charcoal are recommended. Consult a doctor or visit an emergency room immediately if you experience any of these symptoms while taking Claritin.  

 

Storage Instructions

Store tablets and syrup between 20-25°C (68-77°F); excursions permitted to 15-30°C (59-86°F)