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
Overview
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.
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
FDA Approved Products
Singapore Approved Products
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