WHAT IS Clarinex/Desloratadine?

• Desloratadine/Clarinex is used to treat the symptoms of allergies.
• Desloratadine/Clarinex is an antihistamine. Antihistamines prevent sneezing, runny nose, itching and watering of the eyes, and other allergic symptoms.
• Desloratadine/Clarinex may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I OVERDOSE?

• Symptoms of a desloratadine/Clarinex overdose are not well known but may include drowsiness.
• Seek emergency medical attention if an overdose is suspected.

WHAT SHOULD I AVOID WHILE TAKING Clarinex/Desloratadine?

• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Although unlikely, desloratadine/Clarinex may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.

WHAT OTHER DRUGS WILL AFFECT Clarinex/Desloratadine?

• There are no known interactions between desloratadine/Clarinex and other medications. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking any prescription or over-the-counter medicines, including vitamins, minerals, and herbal products, during treatment with desloratadine/Clarinex .

WHAT IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT Clarinex/Desloratadine?

• Use caution when driving, operating machinery, or performing other hazardous activities. Although unlikely, desloratadine/Clarinex may cause dizziness or drowsiness. If you experience dizziness or drowsiness, avoid these activities.

WHAT SHOULD I DISCUSS WITH MY HEALTHCARE PROVIDER BEFORE TAKING Clarinex/Desloratadine?

• Before taking desloratadine/Clarinex , tell your doctor if you have shift
  • liver disease.
  • kidney disease; or
  • ever had an allergic reaction to an antihistamine;
• You may not be able to take desloratadine/Clarinex , or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.
• Desloratadine/Clarinex is in the FDA pregnancy category C. This means that it is not known whether desloratadine/Clarinex will be harmful to an unborn baby. Do not take desloratadine/Clarinex without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment. Desloratadine/Clarinex passes into breast milk and may affect a nursing infant. Do not take desloratadine/Clarinex without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

WHAT HAPPENS IF I MISS A DOSE?

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take only the next regularly scheduled dose. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

HOW SHOULD I TAKE Clarinex/Desloratadine?

• Place a desloratadine/Clarinex orally-disintegrating-tablets (Clarinex Reditabs) on the tongue and allow it dissolve. The tablet will disintegrate rapidly. Swallow with or without water. Take the desloratadine/Clarinex orally-disintegrating tablets immediately after removal from the blister packaging. Do not store for later use.
• Take desloratadine/Clarinex exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.
• Desloratadine/Clarinex is usually taken once a day. Follow your doctor's instructions.
• Store desloratadine/Clarinex at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Avoid exposing the medication to temperatures above 86 degrees Fahrenheit (30 degrees Celsius ).
• Desloratadine/Clarinex can be taken with or without food.
• Never take more of this medication than directed. If your symptoms do not improve, talk to your doctor.
• Take each regular tablet with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.

Clarinex/Desloratadine SIDE EFFECTS

• If you experience any of the following rare but serious side effects, stop taking desloratadine/Clarinex and contact your doctor immediately or seek emergency medical attention. shift
  • an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); or
  • irregular or fast heartbeats.
• Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take desloratadine/Clarinex and talk to your doctor if you experience shift
  • nausea;
  • drowsiness or dizziness;
  • muscle aches.
  • dry mouth or throat; or
• Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

What is the shelf life of the pills?

• The expiry date is mentioned on each blister. It is different for different batches. The shelf life is 2 years from the date of manufacture and would differ from batch to batch depending on when they were manufactured.