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Desloratadine Odt Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Desloratadine 2.5mg, 5mg; orally-disintegrating tabs; tutti-frutti flavor; contains phenylalanine.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
See Also
How Supplied
Tabs—100; Syrup—4oz, 16oz; ODT—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
Tabs (YES); syrup (NO)
Desloratadine Odt Indications
Indications
Seasonal allergic rhinitis (for patients ≥2yrs old). Perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria (for patients ≥6 months old).
Desloratadine Odt Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
Dissolve on tongue; swallow with or without water. <6yrs: use other forms. 6–11yrs: 2.5mg once daily. ≥12yrs: 5mg once daily. Renal or hepatic impairment: initially 5mg every other day.
Desloratadine Odt Contraindications
Not Applicable
Desloratadine Odt Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Desloratadine Odt Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
ODT: Phenylketonurics. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Desloratadine Odt Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Desloratadine Odt Interactions
Not Applicable
Desloratadine Odt Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Pharyngitis, dry mouth or throat, myalgia, fatigue, somnolence, dysmenorrhea, headache, nausea, dizziness. Children: fever, diarrhea, upper respiratory infections, irritability, coughing.
Desloratadine Odt Clinical Trials
See Literature
Desloratadine Odt Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Clarinex ODT.
Desloratadine Odt Patient Counseling
See Literature
