Description
generic Claritin: Claritin is a second-generation antihistamine and as such
it is very efficient in alleviating different symptoms of
allergies, like for example hives, runny nose, itchy eyes
and sneezing. Claritin will most probably cause no sedation,
which is an important improvement on the older antihistamines.
What is Claritin? Claritin is a medication belonging o the second-generation
class of antihistamines and it was supposed to be the first
non-sedating antihistamine. This was very important as
sedation was one of the most common side effects of older
antihistamines. Claritin is effective for people experiencing
different allergic reactions. For one, it is very effective
at alleviating the symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing,
as well as itching and burning of the eyes. It is also effective
in cases of skin allergies, while it can also be used in treating
allergies ranging from mild to moderate. It crosses the blood-brain
barrier to a very small extent, which is why it most usually
does not produce any sleepiness that older antihistamines
are known to cause.
Before taking Claritin
Even though Claritin can be bought without any prescription,
it is still best to first talk with your physician before
you order Claritin online. Your doctor is best acquainted
with your medical history and they are the one who should
decide if Claritin will be the best course of action in your
case. For example, if you are suffering from any liver insufficiencies,
your doctor may need to start you off on a lower dosage that
will not have any effect on your liver. In addition, in case
you are suffering from a condition known as phenylketonuria,
you should not take Claritin in form of disintegrating tablets
which might contain phenylalanine. Unlike most other antihistamines,
Claritin is supposed to be safe for pregnant and breastfeeding
women, but you should still talk to your doctor before taking
Claritin in such cases. Finally, if you are allergic to Claritin,
you should not take it, as the possibility of experiencing
allergic reaction to the medication outweighs any potential
benefits.
How to properly use Claritin
Claritin is most commonly taken once every day. However, if
you have been told differently by your doctor, do as you are
told. Make sure that you talk to your doctor about any changes
to the regimen that you think are needed, as otherwise you
might experience unwanted effects of the medication. If you
are taking regular Claritin tablets, it is important to swallow
the tablets whole, without chewing, breaking or crushing them.
If you are taking Claritin in liquid form, measure the doses
precisely. You may be required to restrict the intake of certain
substances and you should talk to your doctor about this.
You should keep your Claritin in a cool and dry place. If
you take too much Claritin, you might experience symptoms
such as pounding heartbeat, drowsiness and headaches and if
you suspect an overdose, seek emergency medical help.
Claritin side effects and interactions
Claritin will usually cause no side effects at all, and if
it does, the side effects are in vast majority of cases less
serious and expected to go away on their own. These side effects
might include: skin rash, nosebleeds, blurred vision, eye
redness, sore throat, dry mouth, diarrhea, stomach pains,
drowsiness, tiredness, nervousness and headaches. In extremely
rare cases, Claritin may cause certain serious side effects
which need to be reported to your physician straight away.
These include convulsions, fainting feeling, jaundice and
uneven of fast heartrate. Among the drugs that might interact
with Claritin, you will find such as cimetidine, erythromycin
and ketoconazole. If you are not sure whether certain medications
or substances will interact with Claritin, the best thing
is to ask your doctor or the pharmacist who will let you know
if you can safely combine said medication or substance with
Claritin.
