Loratadine (Oral) (Alavert; Allergy Relief; Claritin; Claritin Reditabs) - Drugs Information, Side Effects, & Interactions

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Loratadine (lor-AT-a-deen)

Treats hay fever symptoms and hives. This medicine is an antihistamine.

Claritin, Allergy Relief, Alavert, Claritin Reditabs
There may be other brand names for this medicine.

You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to loratadine.

Tablet, Dissolving Tablet, Liquid

Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to take and how often. Do not take more medicine or take it more often than your doctor tells you to.
After you remove a rapidly disintegrating tablet (Reditab®) from the package, use it right away by putting the tablet on your tongue. The tablet will break up and dissolve quickly. You may take the tablet with or without water.
Measure the oral liquid with a marked measuring spoon or medicine cup.

If a dose is missed:

If you miss a dose or forget to take your medicine, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take the medicine and skip the missed dose.
Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze.
Ask your pharmacist, doctor, or health caregiver about the best way to dispose of any outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have liver disease or kidney disease.

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
Extreme weakness
Fast or irregular heartbeat
Uncontrolled movements of the head, neck, eyes or tongue

If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:

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