Desloratadine (patient information)

Desloratadine (patient information)
Adult Indications & Dosage
Pediatric Indications & Dosage
Contraindications
Warnings & Precautions
Adverse Reactions
Drug Interactions
Use in Specific Populations
Administration & Monitoring
Overdosage
Pharmacology
Clinical Studies
How Supplied
Images
Patient Counseling Information
Precautions with Alcohol
Brand Names
Look-Alike Names

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Overview

Desloratadine (patient information) is an antihistamine that is FDA approved for the treatment of seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria. Common adverse reactions include pharyngitis, dry mouth, myalgia, fatigue, somnolence and dysmenorrhea.

Adult Indications and Dosage

FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult)

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Adult) in the drug label.

Off-Label Use and Dosage (Adult)

Guideline-Supported Use

There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Desloratadine (patient information) in adult patients.

Non–Guideline-Supported Use

There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Desloratadine (patient information) in adult patients.

Pediatric Indications and Dosage

FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric)

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) FDA-Labeled Indications and Dosage (Pediatric) in the drug label.

Off-Label Use and Dosage (Pediatric)

Guideline-Supported Use

There is limited information regarding Off-Label Guideline-Supported Use of Desloratadine (patient information) in pediatric patients.

Non–Guideline-Supported Use

There is limited information regarding Off-Label Non–Guideline-Supported Use of Desloratadine (patient information) in pediatric patients.

Contraindications

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Warnings

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Adverse Reactions

Clinical Trials Experience

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Postmarketing Experience

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Drug Interactions

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Drug Interactions in the drug label.

Use in Specific Populations

Pregnancy

Pregnancy Category (FDA): There is no FDA guidance on usage of Desloratadine (patient information) in women who are pregnant.
Pregnancy Category (AUS): There is no Australian Drug Evaluation Committee (ADEC) guidance on usage of Desloratadine (patient information) in women who are pregnant.

Labor and Delivery

There is no FDA guidance on use of Desloratadine (patient information) during labor and delivery.

Nursing Mothers

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in women who are nursing.

Pediatric Use

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in pediatric settings.

Geriatic Use

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in geriatric settings.

Gender

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) with respect to specific gender populations.

Race

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) with respect to specific racial populations.

Renal Impairment

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in patients with renal impairment.

Hepatic Impairment

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in patients with hepatic impairment.

Females of Reproductive Potential and Males

There is no FDA guidance on the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in women of reproductive potentials and males.

Immunocompromised Patients

There is no FDA guidance one the use of Desloratadine (patient information) in patients who are immunocompromised.

Administration and Monitoring

Administration

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Administration in the drug label.

Monitoring

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Monitoring in the drug label.

IV Compatibility

There is limited information regarding the compatibility of Desloratadine (patient information) and IV administrations.

Overdosage

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) overdosage. If you suspect drug poisoning or overdose, please contact the National Poison Help hotline (1-800-222-1222) immediately.

Pharmacology

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Pharmacology in the drug label.

Mechanism of Action

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Structure

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Pharmacodynamics

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Pharmacokinetics

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Pharmacokinetics in the drug label.

Nonclinical Toxicology

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Clinical Studies

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How Supplied

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Storage

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Storage in the drug label.

Images

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Patient Counseling Information

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Precautions with Alcohol

Alcohol-Desloratadine (patient information) interaction has not been established. Talk to your doctor about the effects of taking alcohol with this medication.

Brand Names

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Brand Names in the drug label.

Look-Alike Drug Names

There is limited information regarding Desloratadine (patient information) Look-Alike Drug Names in the drug label.

Drug Shortage Status

Price

References

The contents of this FDA label are provided by the National Library of Medicine.

Why this medication is prescribed

Desloratadine is used to relieve hay fever and allergy symptoms, including sneezing; runny nose; and red, itchy, tearing eyes. It is also used to treat hives. Desloratadine is in a class of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. Desloratadine may cause less drowsiness than other antihistamines.

How this medication should be used

Desloratadine comes as a tablet and an orally disintegrating tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken once a day with or without food. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take desloratadine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

To take the orally disintegrating tablet, use dry hands to peel back the foil packaging. Immediately take out the tablet and place it on your tongue. The tablet will quickly dissolve and can be swallowed with saliva. Orally disintegrating tablets may be taken with or without water.

Other uses for this medicine

This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Special precautions

Before taking desloratadine:

• tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to desloratadine, loratadine (Claritin), or any other medications.
• tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking.
• tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney or liver disease or phenylketonuria (for orally disintegrating tablets).
• tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking desloratadine, call your doctor.

Special dietary instructions

Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.

What to do if you forget a dose

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Side effects

Minor side effects

Desloratadine may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• headache
• upset stomach
• dizziness
• sore throat
• dry mouth
• muscle pain
• extreme tiredness
• painful menstruation

Severe side effects

Some side effects can be serious. The following symptom is uncommon, but if you experience it, call your doctor immediately:

• difficulty breathing

Desloratadine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication.

If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/report.htm] or by phone [1-800-332-1088].

Storage conditions needed for this medication

Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication.

In case of emergency/overdose

In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911.

Other information

Keep all appointments with your doctor.

Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your prescription.

Brand names

• Clarinex®
• Clarinex® Reditabs®