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Desloratadine

Generic Name
Desloratadine
Brand Names
Aerius, Clarinex, Clarinex-D, Neoclarityn, Desloratadine ratiopharm, Desloratadine Teva, Desloratadine Actavis, Dasselta, Azomyr
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C19H19ClN2
CAS Number
100643-71-8
Unique Ingredient Identifier
FVF865388R
Background

Desloratadine is a second generation, tricyclic antihistamine that which has a selective and peripheral H1-antagonist action. It is the active descarboethoxy metabolite of loratidine (a second generation histamine). Desloratidine has a long-lasting effect and does not cause drowsiness because it does not readily enter the central nervous system.

Indication

For the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis, perennial (non-seasonal) allergic rhinitis. Desloratidine is also used for the sympomatic treatment of pruritus and urticaria (hives) associated with chronic idiopathic urticaria.

Associated Conditions
Allergic Rhinitis (AR), Asthma, Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria, Common Cold, Nasal Congestion, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PAR), Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis, Nasal symptoms, Non-nasal symptoms
Associated Therapies
Antihistamine

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