Clarinex

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  • Allergies

Clarinex Generic Name & Formulations

General Description

Desloratadine 5mg; tabs.

Pharmacological Class

Antihistamine.

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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