⚕️ Full Prescribing Information

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📋 Overview

Claritin is the least sedating over-the-counter antihistamine. It provides 24-hour allergy relief without significant drowsiness.

How It Works

Claritin blocks peripheral histamine H1 receptors to relieve allergy symptoms with minimal central nervous system effects.

✓ FDA Approved Uses

  • Seasonal allergies
  • Year-round allergies
  • Hay fever
  • Chronic hives
  • Itching
  • Runny nose
  • Sneezing

⚡ Common Side Effects

Contact your doctor if these persist or worsen:

  • Headache
  • Drowsiness
  • Fatigue
  • Dry mouth

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

  • Fast heartbeat
  • Seizures
  • Jaundice
  • Severe allergic reaction

⚠️ Do Not Use If

  • Allergy to loratadine

📢 Important Warnings

  • May cause drowsiness in some people
  • Liver/kidney dosing adjustments
  • Generally least sedating antihistamine

📚 Sources

Last Reviewed: December 1969