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42yr old, male, good health. took claritin (loratadine) d- it elevated hr to 91 for 3 hrs. rest hr is lower 70s. i have post nd. is it safe to continue taking it?

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Decongestants effect: The d in Claritin (loratadine) is the cause of the transient rapid heart rate and high blood pressure. If you need to take an allergy medication, choose one without a decongestant to avoid the side effect.

Answered 6/24/2014

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