Question 1

are claritin (loratadine) and alavert the same?

Accepted Answer

Yes : Yes . Claratin and Alavert are the same . Generic name is Loratidine .

Question 2

can i take tylenol (acetaminophen) with alavert allergy/ sinus? the alavert has 5mg loratadine and 120mg pseudoephedrine sulfate.

Accepted Answer

That's Fine: No issues taking these medications together.

Question 3

what is the loratadine maximum dosage?

Accepted Answer

Why ?: Studies during development showed that the body was very tolerant to loratadine, with no significant side effects at twice the recommended dosage. However, they also found that there was no increased benefit with twice the dosage over the normal dose. Why take more if there is no benefit ?

Question 4

what conditions is alavert usually prescribed for?

Accepted Answer

Allergies: Alavert, also known as loratidine, is used to treat allergies or allergic reactions.  It is a newer antihistamine.

Question 5

what is claritin/loratadine used for?

Accepted Answer

Seasonal allergies: Claritin, available otc as generic loratadine, is a nonsedating antihistamine, often used for seasonal allergic rhinitis. It is good medicine with low incidence of side effects, thus made available otc quite sometimes ago. It's also sold in combo with decongestant, claritin-d, for those having much trouble with nasal congestion. If u have trouble and Loratadine not adequate, consult doc. Good luck.

Question 6

i'm 28 weeks is loratadine ok to take?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Claritin (loratadine) and Zyrtec (cetirizine) are pregnancy category B medications which means that animal reproduction studies have failed to demonstrate a risk to the fetus, but there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. That said, I frequently use these medications with my pregnant patients. Allegra (fexofenadine) is category C so avoid this medication if possible.

Question 7

what occurs if i took 2 claritin (loratadine)?

Accepted Answer

No problem: Antihistamine has a high safely of margin and in fact we sometimes do advise certain patients to double up on the dose if needed.

Question 8

is taking 2 claritin (loratadine) + d. overdosing?

Accepted Answer

Not if: They are the 12 hour pills, yes if the 24 hour pills.

Question 9

is mixing claritin (loratadine) d and guaifinesin ok?

Accepted Answer

yes: Claritin-d is is an antihistamine decongestant combination.  Guaifinesin is helps to thin mucus (an expectorant).  Both act differently and may be used together.

Question 10

is loratadine a narcotic?

Accepted Answer

No: Loratadine is an antihistamine - it is not a narcotic.

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What is the loratadine maximum dosage?

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