Claritin-D
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Medication Information
Claritin D is used to
relieve hay fever and allergy symptoms, including
sneezing; runny nose; and red, itchy, tearing eyes.
Claritin D is in a class of medications called
antihistamines. It works by blocking histamine, a
substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
Claritin D may cause less drowsiness than other
antihistamines.
How should this medicine be used?
Claritin D
comes as a syrup, a tablet, and a rapidly disintegrating
tablet to take by mouth. It usually is taken once a day
with or without food. Follow the directions on your
prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or
pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand.
Take Claritin D exactly as directed. Do not take more or
less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your
doctor.
To take the rapidly disintegrating tablet, place the
tablet on your tongue. It will quickly dissolve and can
be swallowed with saliva.
Other uses for this medicine
Claritin D may be
prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist
for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before
taking Claritin D,
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic
to Claritin D or any other drugs.
tell your doctor
and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, especially erythromycin
(E-Mycin), ketoconazole (Nizoral), medications for
asthma or colds, medications for depression, muscle
relaxants, pain medications, sedatives, sleeping pills,
tranquilizers, and vitamins.
tell your doctor if you
have or have ever had kidney or liver disease.
tell
your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant
while taking Claritin D, call your doctor.
if you
are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the
doctor or dentist that you are taking Claritin D. plan
to avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight
and to wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and
sunscreen. Claritin D may make your skin sensitive to
sunlight.
What special dietary instructions should I
follow?
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise,
continue your regular diet.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the
missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose
and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a
double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can Claritin D cause?
Although
side effects from Claritin D are not common, they can
occur. You may have discolored urine; this effect is
harmless. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are
severe or do not go away:
headache
dry mouth, nose, and throat
drowsiness
If you experience any of the following symptoms, call
your doctor immediately:
rapid heartbeat
difficulty urinating
vision problems
dizziness
muscle weakness
What storage conditions are needed for this
medicine?
Keep Claritin D in the container it came
in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store
it at room temperature and away from excess heat and
moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any
medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to
your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your
medication.
In case of emergency/overdose
In case of
overdose, call your local poison control center at
1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not
breathing, call local emergency services at 911.
What other information should I know?
Keep all
appointments with your doctor.
Claritin D can affect blood glucose tests. Tell your
doctor that you take Claritin D if you are having this
laboratory test.
Do not let anyone else take your medication. Ask your
pharmacist any questions you have about refilling your
prescription. |
