Loratadine

What Is Loratadine Used For

What is loratadine used for? Loratadine is an antihistamine that can relieve the symptoms of hay fever and can also help to treat hives and associated itching of the skin. loratadine is used to prevent common cold symptoms including runny nose, sneezing, and any discomfort related to the eyes.

If you experience or are concerned or require more information about any of the above conditions, please contact your healthcare prescriber about loratadine.

How To Use Loratadine

Remember to take your medication at regular intervals between every dose so that your drug will work efficiently. It is also important to follow the instructions given and read the patient information leaflet provided as these will differ between different medication.

loratadine tablets should be taken orally with a glass of water. Remember, if taking loratadine or any prescription drug to always follow the label closely. Be sure to space your doses evenly and never take more than directed.

loratadine should only be taken as instructed by your healthcare prescriber. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your healthcare prescriber first or unless instructed to do so. If the medication is for your child, remember that the dosage instructions will differ, so please check prior to starting the medication.

Conflicting Medications With Loratadine

Always consult the doctor who prescribed loratadine to you; as this is only a partial interacting medicines list:
  • Medicines for anxiety or sleeping problems, such as diazepam or temazepam
  • Barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures
  • Medicines for mental depression
  • Medicines for pain
  • Alcohol
  • Medicines for mental problems and psychotic disturbances
  • Medicines for hay fever and other allergies
It is very important to inform your healthcare prescriber of your medical history and the drugs that you are taking. For example, drugs that you are currently taking along with loratadine may interact with each other. Inform your healthcare prescriber if you fall into any one of the following categories below:
  • Are a smoker
  • Use any other legal or illegal drugs or substances
  • Consume alcohol or caffeine on a regular basis

All of the categories listed above may affect the outcome of the medicine loratadine and as a result give rise to unwanted side-effects.

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