Table of contents:
- What drug Desloratadine?
- What is Desloratadine for?
- Desloratadine dosage
- How is Desloratadine used?
- Desloratadine side effects
- What is the dosage of Desloratadine for adults?
- In what dosage is Desloratadine available?
- Desloratadine Drug Warnings and Cautions
- What side effects can be experienced due to Desloratadine?
- Desloratadine Drug Interactions
- What should be known before using Desloratadine?
- Desloratadine overdose
- What medicines may interact with Desloratadine?
- Overdose
- What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
- What should I do if I miss a dose?
What drug Desloratadine?
What is Desloratadine for?
Desloratadine is an antihistamine drug used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching of the eyes / nose, sneezing, freckles and itching. These drugs work by blocking certain natural substances (histamine) that the body releases during an allergic reaction.
Desloratadine dosage
How is Desloratadine used?
Follow the rules given by your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Take medication with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once a day. If you are using a rapidly dissolving tablet, place the tablet on the tongue and then swallow it with or without mineral water. Do not remove the tablet from the package right before use. If you are using the liquid form of this drug, be careful to measure the dose using a measuring device / spoon. Don't use a tablespoon as you may not get the right dose.
The dosage is based on age, medical condition, and response to treatment. Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than recommended.
Tell your doctor if condition does not improve or gets worse.
How is Desloratadine stored?
This medication is best stored at room temperature, away from direct light and damp places. Don't keep it in the bathroom. Don't freeze it. Other brands of this drug may have different storage rules. Observe the storage instructions on the product package or ask your pharmacist. Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Do not flush medicines down the toilet or down the drain unless instructed to do so. Discard this product when it has expired or when it is no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company about how to safely dispose of your product.
Desloratadine side effects
The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor or pharmacist before starting treatment.
What is the dosage of Desloratadine for adults?
Standard adult dosage for allergic rhinitis
Initial dose: 5 mg orally once a day
Maintenance dose: 5 mg orally once a day.
Standard adult dosage for urticaria
Initial dose: 5 mg orally once a day
Maintenance dose: 5 mg orally once a day.
Standard eriatric dosage for allergic rhinitis
Initial dose: 5 mg orally once a day
Maintenance dose: 5 mg orally once a day.
Standard eriatric dosage for urticaria
Initial dose: 5 mg orally once a day
Maintenance dose: 5 mg orally once a day.
What is the dosage of Desloratadine for children?
Standard pediatric dosage for allergic rhinitis:
> = 6 months <12 months: 1 mg orally once a day
> = 1 year <6 years: 1.25 mg orally once a day
> = 6 years <11 years: 2.5 mg orally once a day
> = 12 years: 5 mg orally once a day
Standard pediatric dosage for urticaria:
> = 6 months <12 months: 1 mg orally once a day
> = 1 year <6 years: 1.25 mg orally once a day
> = 6 years <11 years: 2.5 mg orally once a day
> = 12 years: 5 mg orally once a day
In what dosage is Desloratadine available?
Desloratadine is a drug that is available in the following dosages.
- Syrup, orally at a dose of 0.5 mg / mL (473 mL)
- Tablet, Oral at a dose of 0.5 mg
- Dispersible Tablets, Oral 2.5 mg, 5 mg
Desloratadine Drug Warnings and Cautions
What side effects can be experienced due to Desloratadine?
Desloratadine is a drug that can cause side effects. Common side effects include discomfort in the throat, muscle pain, nausea, indigestion, loss of appetite, diarrhea, dizziness, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, nosebleeds, or dry mouth.
Seek medical help immediately if you experience an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Serious side effects of Desloratadine are
- fast or irregular heartbeat
- fever, flu symptoms
- convulsions
- jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes)
The less serious side effects of consuming Desloratadine are
- dry mouth, sore throat, cough
- muscle ache
- sleepy, feeling tired
- nausea, diarrhea
- headache
Not everyone experiences the following side effects. There may be some side effects not listed above. If you have concerns about certain side effects, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Desloratadine Drug Interactions
What should be known before using Desloratadine?
Some things you should know before using desloratadine are:
- tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to desloratadine, loratadine (claritin), or any other medicine
- tell your doctor and pharmacist, any prescription / nonprescription drugs, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you use
- tell your doctor if you have or have had kidney and liver disease or phenylketonuria (for disintegrating oral tablets)
- tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you find yourself pregnant while using desloratadine, call your doctor.
Is Desloratadine safe for pregnant and lactating women?
There are no adequate studies regarding the risks of using this drug in pregnant or breastfeeding women. Always consult your doctor to weigh the potential benefits and risks before using this medication. This drug is included in the risk of pregnancy category C according to the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in America:
Following are references to pregnancy risk categories according to the Food and Drug Administration (BPOM) in America:
- A = No risk,
- B = not at risk in several studies,
- C = May be risky,
- D = There is positive evidence of risk,
- X = Contraindicated,
- N = Unknown
There are not sufficient studies in women to confirm the risk of a baby using this medicine during breastfeeding. Consider the benefits against the risks before using this medication during breastfeeding.
Desloratadine overdose
What medicines may interact with Desloratadine?
Desloratadine is a drug that can react when you are taken with other drugs. Drug interactions can change the performance of your medications or increase the risk of serious side effects. Not all possible drug interactions are listed in this document. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription / non-prescription drugs and herbal products) and consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
Although some drugs should not be taken at the same time, in other cases some drugs can also be used together even though interactions may occur. In such cases, the doctor may change the dose, or take other preventive measures as needed. Tell your doctor if you are taking any other over-the-counter or prescription drugs.
Can food or alcohol interact with Desloratadine?
Desloratadine is a drug that can react if you eat or drink alcohol. Certain drugs should not be used with meals or when eating certain foods because drug interactions can occur. Consuming alcohol or tobacco with certain drugs can also cause interactions to occur. Discuss your use of drugs with food, alcohol, or tobacco with your health care provider.
What health conditions may interact with Desloratadine?
Desloratadine is a drug that must be used under a doctor's supervision. The presence of other health problems in your body may affect the use of this drug. Tell your doctor if you have other health problems, in particular:
- liver disease
- kidney disease — The effect of desloratadine can be increased because the drug is slowly excreted from the body
- phenylketonuria — The disintegrating oral tablet can contain aspartame, which will make the condition worse
- slow desloratadine metabolism — May increase the risk of unwanted effects.
Overdose
What should I do in an emergency or overdose?
In case of an emergency or overdose, contact the local emergency services provider (112) or immediately to the nearest hospital emergency department.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
If you forget a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as possible. However, when it is nearing the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and return to the usual dosing schedule. Don't double the dose.
