Clarinex Syrup Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Desloratadine 0.5mg/mL; bubble-gum flavor.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
See Also
How Supplied
Tabs—100; Syrup—4oz, 16oz; ODT—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
Tabs (YES); syrup (NO)
Clarinex Syrup Indications
Indications
Seasonal allergic rhinitis (for patients ≥2yrs old). Perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria (for patients ≥6 months old).
Clarinex Syrup Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<6 months: not recommended. 6 months–11 months: 1mg (2mL). 1–5yrs: 1.25mg (2.5mL). 6–11yrs: 2.5mg (5mL). ≥12yrs: 5mg (10mL). All: once daily.
Clarinex Syrup Contraindications
Not Applicable
Clarinex Syrup Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Clarinex Syrup Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
ODT: Phenylketonurics. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Clarinex Syrup Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Clarinex Syrup Interactions
Not Applicable
Clarinex Syrup 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 Syrup Clinical Trials
See Literature
Clarinex Syrup Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Clarinex ODT.
Clarinex Syrup Patient Counseling
See Literature