What is Desloratadine used for?

This medication is an antihistamine, prescribed for allergic reactions in patients 2 years of age and older. It blocks histamine's action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

How does Desloratadine work?

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What pharmaceutical form is Desloratadine available in?

Desloratadine: TABLET 5 mg/1 (ORAL)

What are the side effects of Desloratadine?

Adult and Adolescents - Most Common - Inflammation of pharynx, dry mouth, muscle pain, drowsiness, painful menstrual periods and hives. Heart - Fast heart rate and palpitations. Miscellaneous - Headache, nausea, fatigue, dizziness, indigestion and elevated liver enzyme levels. Child - Most Common - Urinary tract infection and infectious diseases like chickenpox. Respiratory - Respiratory tract infection, nosebleed and runny nose. Gastrointestinal - D

Does Desloratadine interact with other medications?

Co-administration witherythromycin,ketoconazole,azithromycin,fluoxetine, orcimetidineresulted in elevated blood plasma concentrations of desloratadine and itsmetabolite3-hydroxydesloratadine in studies. However, no clinically relevant changes were observed.

Can Desloratadine be used during pregnancy?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What precautions should be taken with Desloratadine?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. • It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What ATC class does Desloratadine belong to?

Desloratadine: ATC R06AX13. ATC is the WHO Anatomical Therapeutic Chemical classification — it groups drugs by organ system and pharmacological mechanism.