Zyrtec -Allergy Relief

Claritin (Loratadine) provides effective relief from seasonal allergy symptoms.

Adults and children 6 years of age and over: The recommended dose of Claritin is one 10 mg tablet or reditab, or 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mg) of syrup once daily.


Children 2 to 5 years of age: The recommended dose of Claritin Syrup is 5 mg (1 teaspoonful) once daily.


 In adults and children 6 years of age and over with liver failure or renal insufficiency (GFR < 30 mL/min), the starting dose should be 10 mg (one tablet or two teaspoonfuls) every other day.

In children 2 to 5 years of age with liver failure or renal insufficiency, the starting dose should be 5 mg (one teaspoonful) every other day.


Precaution:


Before taking loratadine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: kidney disease, liver disease. Limit alcohol intake, as it may intensify drug side effects. Caution is advised when using this drug in the elderly because they may be more sensitive to the effects of the drug.


 This medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. This medication passes into breast milk. Breast-feeding is not recommended while using this drug.


Side Effects:


Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible:

• unusual restlessness or nervousness in children

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your prescriber or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

• dry mouth
• headache
• tiredness or drowsiness

Storage

Claritin can be stored at room temperature. The Reditabs should be kept in a dry place. Use them within 6 months after opening the foil pouch in which they are packed. Take each tablet immediately after removing it from its individual blister

Take this medicine by mouth with a full glass of water. You may take this medicine with food or on an empty stomach. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take it more often than directed. You may need to take this medicine for several days before your symptoms improve.

 

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. While this drug may be prescribed for children as young as 6 years old for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

 

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.

 

FEXOFENADINE is an antihistamine. This medicine is used to treat or prevent symptoms of allergies. It is also used to help reduce itchy skin rash and hives

 

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

 

• allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
• breathing problems
• chest pain
• fast heartbeat
• infection or fever

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

 

• cough
• drowsiness
• dry or irritated nose, mouth, or throat
• headache
• menstrual changes
• pain
• stomach upset, nausea

 

Keep out of the reach of children.

Store at room temperature between 20 and 25 degrees C (68 and 77degrees F). Protect from moisture. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date