Loratadine(lor at’ a deen)
Alavert, Alavert Childrens, Apo-Loratadine (CAN), Claritin, Claritin Hives Relief, Claritin Reditabs, Claritin Syrup, Claritin 24-Hour Allergy, Dimetapp Children’s ND, Non-Drowsy Allergy, Triaminic Allerchews
PREGNANCY CATEGORY B
Drug class
Antihistamine (nonsedating type)
Therapeutic Actions
Competitively blocks the effects of histamine at peripheral histamine-1 receptor sites; has anticholinergic (atropine-like) and antipruritic effects.
Indications
Symptomatic relief of perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and mild, uncomplicated urticaria and angioedema
Treatment of rhinitis and chronic urticaria in children 2 yr and older
Contraindications and Cautions
Contraindicated with allergy to any antihistamines.
Use cautiously with lactation, pregnancy.
Available Forms
Tablets—10 mg; syrup—5 mg/5 mL; chewable tablets—5 mg; orally disintegrating tablets—5, 10 mg
Dosages
Place rapid dissolving tablets on tongue. Administer with or without water.
Adults and pediatric patients 6 yr and older
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