Loratadine
- Generic Name
- Loratadine
- Brand Names
- Alavert, Alavert D, Allerclear, Claritin, Claritin-D, Diphen, Loradamed, Wal-itin, Wal-itin D
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C22H23ClN2O2
- CAS Number
- 79794-75-5
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- 7AJO3BO7QN
- Background
Loratadine is a second generation antihistamine used to manage symptoms of allergic rhinitis. A lack of sedative and CNS adverse effects make loratadine, along with other second generation antihistamines, preferable over their 1st generation counterparts in many clinical situations.
- Indication
Loratadine is a 2nd generation antihistamine and is used to manage symptoms of allergic rhinitis, wheal formation, urticaria, and other allergic dermatologic conditions.
- Associated Conditions
- Allergic Dermatologic Disorders, Allergic Reaction, Allergic Rhinitis (AR), Allergy to Tree Pollen, Chronic Urticaria, Common Cold, Epiphora, Eye pruritus, Fever, Nasal Congestion, Nasal Itching, Pain, Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PAR), Pruritus, Rhinitis Perennial, Rhinorrhoea, Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis, Sneezing, Sensation of burning in the eyes, Watery itchy eyes
- Associated Therapies
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