Loratadine
Also sold as: Claritin, Clarityn
No prescription neededAllergy medicines (antihistamines)
Comes as:TabletSyrup
Usual adult dose
Usual adult dose: 10 mg once a day. Children: dose by age or weight — ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- headache
- tiredness
- dry mouth
- mild stomach upset
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- severe allergic reaction (swelling of face or throat)
- fast or irregular heartbeat
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Severe liver disease (lower dose, use with caution)
- Allergy to loratadine or desloratadine
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.