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Claridin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Allergy are some of its major therapeutic uses. Claridin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Claridin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Claridin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Claridin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Claridin's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Claridin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Claridin related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Claridin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Claridin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Claridin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Claridin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Claridin is used -
Mild
Is the use of Claridin safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Claridin in pregnant women.
Is the use of Claridin safe during breastfeeding?
Claridin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Claridin on the Kidneys?
Claridin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Claridin on the Liver?
Claridin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Claridin on the Heart?
Claridin is completely safe for the heart.
Claridin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Claridin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Claridin habit forming or addictive?
Claridin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Claridin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Claridin may have some adverse effects on the body.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Claridin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Claridin
It is safe to take Claridin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Claridin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Claridin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Claritin® (loratadine)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,166
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 790-791
