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Claritin

Claritin



USES: Loratadine is an antihistamine that provides relief of symptoms of seasonal and allergic rhinitis such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing. It is also used for hives.


 
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Avg Consumer Rating 2.8 out of 5
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Overview Photos How To Use Side Effects Precautions Missed Dose Drug Interactions

Claritin

Uses
Loratadine is an antihistamine that provides relief of symptoms of seasonal and allergic rhinitis such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes and sneezing. It is also used for hives.
Notes
  • Do not share this medication with others.

Storage
  • Store at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 to 25 degrees C) away from heat and light.
  • Do not store in the bathroom.
  • Use within 6 months of opening laminated foil pouch and immediately after opening individual tablet compartment.


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Claritin Allergy 24 Hour, 12\x26#39;s
Claritin Allergy 24 Hour, 12\x26#39;s
CLARITIN D 24 HOUR Claritin-d 24
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Claritin (loratadine) 10 mg
Claritin (loratadine) 10 mg

How To Use
  • Remove the tablet from its foil pack and place the tablet on the tongue.
  • It will dissolve quickly.
  • Take this drug once daily or as directed.
  • Use only on the tongue.
  • Do not place in the cheek or under the tongue.
  • Do not increase your dose or take more often than directed.
  • Do not take this medication for several days before allergy testing since test results can be affected.

Side Effects
  • This medication may cause headache, thirst, blurred vision, dry mouth and dry nose.
  • These effects should subside as your body adjusts to the medication.
  • If they continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
  • Notify your doctor if you develop a rapid or pounding heartbeat, dizziness or unusual weakness while taking this medication.
  • Loratadine does not usually cause drowsiness when used at recommended doses and under normal circumstances.
  • However, be sure of the drug's effects before engaging in activities that require alertness.
  • May discolor urine (this is harmless).
  • If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions
  • Tell your doctor if you have a history of heart disease, kidney disease, liver disease, breathing problems or if you have any allergies.
  • Limit alcohol intake, as it may intensify drug side effects.
  • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this drug.
  • Loratadine is excreted into breast milk.
  • Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Missed Dose
  • If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Interactions
  • Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
  • Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

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User Medicine Opinions for Claritin
Overall: 1 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 24
Time Taken: 5 days

Reason: Allergies Date: 22 June 2007
Side Effects
Joint pain, diarrhea, feeling of exhaustion

Additional Thoughts
I dont take anything other than over the counter allergy medicine. I ran out of Drixoral and Claritin was what was left here. It cleared my allergies but I had stomach aches and diarrhea every day I took Claritin. My joints started hurting as well (could be from dehydration) Almost went to the doctor (I never go) but thought about it and remembered I had been taking Claritin instead of Drixoral. I stopped taking it and 24hrs later all the symptoms went away... Next time I'll pay closer attention when trying a new medication

Overall: 4 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 42
Time Taken: 3 years

Reason: allergies Date: 22 June 2007
Side Effects
slightly dry mouth, increased thirst

Additional Thoughts
helps me breath, helps with itchy eyes and sneezing. This season was really bad, though, and I still have a little PND that gags me. I'm going to try another med, but if it doesn't work out, I have no problem going back to claritin.

Overall: 5 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 50
Time Taken: 45 days

Reason: seasonal allergies Date: 24 June 2007
Side Effects
None.

Additional Thoughts
This really works for me. It eliminates anywhere from 75-95% of my symptoms. Usually between mid-May and early July I have allergies that produce very itchy eyes, sneezing, itching in my mouth and throat and ears, sneezing, and severe congestion. Claritin eliminates the vast majority of that stuff. It takes a few days to start working though. When I start it in any given year, I have to take it 4 or 5 days before it clears up the allergies. The generic seems to work fine too.

Overall: 2 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 3 out of 5
Healing Power: 5 out of 5
No dependency problems: 5 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 4 out of 5
Sex: M
Age: 42
Time Taken: 4 months

Reason: allergies Date: 27 June 2007
Side Effects
Jitters, light headedness and slight blurred vision. I felt as though some thing was squezzing on my head causing my vision to become blurry almost to the point of double vision. It does not relieve the vast majority of my symptoms and does nothing for the extreme headaches I get from my allergy attacks. I used to take this regularly but stopped because I need the decongestant and pain relief. A doctor recommended I try again and this reminded me of why I stopped the first time.

Additional Thoughts
As with all drugs check out the side effects before you start. Some are not worth the pain. I was recommended to put my son on this but after reading the reviews I will not. He has ADHD and there is no way I am going to mix this with his already unpredictable behavior.

Overall: 2 out of 5
Low adverse Reactions 4 out of 5
Healing Power: 4 out of 5
No dependency problems: 4 out of 5
Cost-Benefit: 5 out of 5
Sex: F
Age: 43
Time Taken: 4 days

Reason: Allergies - I think Date: 27 June 2007
Side Effects
hoarseness, headache, spacy feeling, slight jittery feeling, inability to concentrate, some weird restless sleep.

Additional Thoughts
I had never suffered from seasonal allergies before, so I wasn't sure that was what was causing my onslaught of mucus. A friend recommended Claritin. I took it for four days and felt at least as bad, if not worse, than when I started. The congestion moved up into my sinuses, rather than expressing as post-nasal drip.

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