Desloratadine oral tablet is used to treat nasal and non-nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis.
It’s also used to relieve chronic itching caused by hives.
Desloratadine is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Major & minor side effects for Desloratidine
- Shortness of breath
- Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
- Irregular heartbeat
- Allergic skin reaction
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Painful menstruation
- Muscle or joint pain
- Nausea or vomiting
- Influenza like symptoms
This medicine should be used in pregnant women only when the potential benefits outweigh the associated risks.
This medicine is not recommended for use while breastfeeding owing to the risk of adverse effects on the infant.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients who are below 12 years of age.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having a liver and kidney impairment.
Desloratidine is a non-sedating anti-allergic medicine and hence chances of drowsiness are very low.