Loratadine (Claritin) is an antihistamine.

Loratadine (Claritin) as a tablet to be taken by mouth, usually is taken once a day with or without food.

Take exactly as directed.

Inform your doctor immeditely if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

Drowsiness
Dry mouth/Nose/Throat
Headache
Muscle Weakness
Rapid Heartbeat
Unusual nervousness/restless in children
Vision Problems

If you are allergic to any medication or are taking any other medication of any nature while taking Loratadine (Claritin)please inform your health care professional.

Anti Depressants
Asthama Medication
Cold Medication
Erythromycin
Ketoconazole
Muscle Relaxants
Painkillers
Sedatives/Tranquilizers
Sleeping Pills

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Keep all appointments with your doctor.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Loratadine (Claritin) is used for relieve from hay fever & allergy symptoms, like sneezing, runny nose, red & itchy tearing eyes.

Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Store at room temperature or between 2 and 25 degrees C / 36 and 77 degrees F.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

Inform your doctor if your skin becomes very sensitive to sunlight.

Loratadine (Claritin) medication may affect your blood glucose levels. If you are going for a such a test, inform your doctor that you are taking Loratadine (Claritin).