Clarinex Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Desloratadine 5mg; tabs.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
See Also
How Supplied
Tabs—100; Syrup—4oz, 16oz; ODT—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
Tabs (YES); syrup (NO)
Clarinex Indications
Indications
Seasonal allergic rhinitis (for patients ≥2yrs old). Perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria (for patients ≥6 months old).
Clarinex Dosage and Administration
Adult
5mg once daily. Renal or hepatic impairment: initially 5mg every other day.
Children
Use other forms.
Clarinex Contraindications
Not Applicable
Clarinex Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Clarinex Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
ODT: Phenylketonurics. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Clarinex Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Clarinex Interactions
Not Applicable
Clarinex Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Pharyngitis, dry mouth or throat, myalgia, fatigue, somnolence, dysmenorrhea, headache, nausea, dizziness. Children: fever, diarrhea, upper respiratory infections, irritability, coughing.
Clarinex Clinical Trials
See Literature
Clarinex Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Clarinex ODT.
Clarinex Patient Counseling
See Literature
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