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Desloratadine Oral - Desloratadine - Oral Generic Drug
General Information
- Below is miscellaneous information regarding Desloratadine Oral
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- des-lor-AT-uh-deen
Desloratadine Oral Miscellaneous Notes
- Do not share this medication with others.
Desloratadine Oral Storage Instructions
- Store between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 and 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.
- Do not store in bathroom.
- Keep all medicines away from children and pets.
Possible Side Effects
- This medication may cause throat discomfort, muscle pain, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, indigestion, or dry mouth.
- If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
- Tell your doctor immediately if this unlikely but serious side effect occurs.
Read Before Using Desloratadine Oral (precautions)
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of.
Medicinal Applications
- Desloratadine is an antihistamine that provides relief of symptoms of seasonal and allergic nasal conditions (rhinitis) such as runny nose, sneezing, and watery/itching eyes.
- It may also be used to treat hives.
Usage Instructions
- Take this medication by mouth once a day or as directed by your doctor.
- Do not increase your dose or take this more often than directed.
- Do not take this medication for several days before allergy testing since test results may be affected.
Overdose
- If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
- Symptoms of overdose may include drowsiness or fast heartbeat.
Drug Interactions
- Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist of any prescription or nonprescription medication you may take.
- Check the labels on all your medicines (for example, cough-and-cold products) because they may contain additional antihistamines that could increase your risk for side effects.
- Ask your pharmacist about the safe use of those products.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not double the dose to catch up.