| Why
is Clarinex prescribed?
Desloratadine
is used to relieve hay fever and allergy symptoms, including sneezing;
runny nose; and red, itchy, tearing eyes. It is also used to treat
hives. Desloratadine is in a class of medications called antihistamines.
It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes
allergic symptoms. Desloratadine may cause less drowsiness than
other antihistamines.
How
should Clarinex be used?
Desloratadine
comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day
with or without food. Follow the directions on your prescription
label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any
part you do not understand. Take desloratadine exactly as directed.
Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed
by your doctor.
Other
uses for Clarinex
This
medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or
pharmacist for more information.
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Clarinex (brand) Aerius
Generic name : Desloratadine
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| Strength : 5 mg tablet
Manufacturer : Schering
Quantity : 50 tablets (5x10) |
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Clarinex (brand) Aerius
Generic name : Desloratadine
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| Strength : 5 mg tablet
Manufacturer : Schering
Quantity : 100 tablets (10x10) |
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What
special precautions should I follow?
Before
taking desloratadine,
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tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to desloratadine,
loratadine (Clarinex), or any other medications.
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tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products
you are taking.
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tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver
disease.
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tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant,
or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking desloratadine,
call your doctor.
What
special dietary instructions should I follow?
Unless
your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
What
should I do if I forget a dose?
Take
the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost
time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular
dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed
one.
What
side effects can Clarinex cause?
Desloratadine
may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms
are severe or do not go away:
- headache
- upset
stomach
- dizziness
- sore
throat
- dry
mouth
- muscle
pain
- extreme
tiredness
- painful
menstruation
Some
side effects can be serious. The following symptom is uncommon,
but if you experience it , call your doctor immediately:
Desloratadine
may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual
problems while taking this medication.
What
storage conditions are needed for Clarinex?
Keep
this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and
out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away
from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away
any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your
pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.
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