Generic Claritin is a practical curative to Treat Allergies

Working

Generic Claritin functions by decreasing the levels of histamine substances that are secreted by the immune system of victim's body, which lead to symptoms such as sneezing, runny nasal passage, itches, and watery eyes. The first action of the drug is to prevent the succession of allergic reactions. Its active constituent enhances the functions of the immune system against the allergen. In the subsequent step it truncates the symptoms of the allergies. The action mechanism of the drug is dissimilar than other anti-allergic drugs, as it has no influence on the central nervous system. One can take this medicine in general as well; however, it is suggested to check with the doctor prior to taking the pill.

Dose

The standard prescribed dose of generic Claritin is a pill in strength of 10 mg once a day. The suggested dose for children between age group of 2 and 5 years is 5 mg once a day. Take the doses with a full glass of water for faster and better results. Avoid the consumption of this drug in higher quantity or prolonged duration, overdoing than what is prescribed by your health expert.
Take this medicine on empty stomach, or 1 hour before, or 2 hours after a meal. Avoid crushing, chewing, or breaking the pill. Try to gulp them as whole. Head pain, drowsiness, abnormal heartbeat, nausea, vomiting, excess sweating, augmented thirst, and fatigue are symptoms seen after the overdose of generic Claritin.

Side Effects

Back ache, headache issues, sore throat, muscle pain, fatigue, stomach upset etc are some side effects that are noticed in case of consumption of generic Claritin. There are some serious side effects such as breathing abnormalities, dizziness, abnormal heart beats, difficulty while urinating, convulsions and hives are some serious symptoms which are seldom caused due to intake of Generic Claritin. If any of these side effects is experienced, immediate doctor's attention is highly significant.

Precautions

• Notify your doctor if you are allergic to substances such as desloratadine, loratadine (Claritin), or any such components, before you begin the dosage of this medicine.
• Notify your health expert about any other curatives that you are taking for the cure of other chronic or acute disorder before you take this drug.
• This drug is listed in Pregnancy Category B which means it is harmless to fetus; however, it is always better to consult your doctor before taking the pill.
• This medication can traverse through milk; hence, it is not suggested for breastfeeding women
• Elderly individuals should be careful and should consult the doctor before taking these pills.
• In case you are using tranquilizers, sleeping drugs etc, you should inform you doctor and then take these pills to avoid reactions.

Warnings

• Talk to your doctor if you do not experience any relief from the course of medicine and if the conditions becomes worse.
• If you have consumed any drugs containing MAOI or monoamine oxidase inhibitor, approximately within last 14 days, then strictly avoid taking the pill as it may have adverse effects on your body.
• This drug is restricted for children under the age of 12 years.
• In case of heart patients Generic Claritin is not recommended as it may react with drugs usually prescribed for heart disorder and which contains propranolol, metoprolol, reserpine, methyldopa or digoxin etc

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