Claritin is medicine for treatment such symptoms as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes. It is antihistamine. Also it helps with hives and skin rash.
Before you start to use Claritin, inform your doctor if you have:
• liver disease
• asthma
• an allergic reaction to Claritin
• kidney disease
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding
You should take this tablet with water. Take it on empty stomach or with food. You should keep regular intervals between doses. Do not stop taking Claritin suddenly because side effects are possible. Consult with your doctor first.
Do not overtake this pill. If you think that you have taken too much, call emergency room at once. If you are going to use it on children, consult with your doctor first. Do not give this medicine to anybody else.
If you forget your regular dose, try to take it as soon as possible. But do not double doses and do not take extra doses.
Next substances can interact with Claritin:
• other brand drugs for colds or allergies
Provide your doctor with information if you use illegal drugs, drink alcohol or smoke. It will help your doctor to check if it can interact with Claritin. Tell your doctor about all nutritional supplements, non-prescription drugs and dietary supplements. Consult with your doctor if you are going to stop or to start taking these pills.
Regularly visit your doctor about checking your progress. If your condition does not change in few days, inform your doctor.
If your mouth get dry, drink plenty of water or chew gum.
If you get dizzy, do not use machinery or drive because this medicine can affect on your condition.
Possible side effects which require medical attention:
• breathing problems
• allergic reactions
• unusually nervous
Possible side effects which do not require medical attention:
• headache
• drowsiness
• dry mouth
Keep your children out of the reach of this medicine. Keep Claritin between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C) tightly closed. Do not use it after the expiration date.