Claritin-D
(loratadine / pseudoephedrine)
Treats allergies and clears up nasal congestion.
Our bottom line
Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine) relieves allergies and congestion without causing daytime sleepiness but it can keep you up at night.
- Drug class: Respiratory
- Rx status: Prescription or OTC
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (loratadine / pseudoephedrine)
Upsides
- This once-daily, single-pill combination conveniently treats congestion and other allergy symptoms.
- It doesn't cause any daytime drowsiness unlike other antihistamines.
- It doesn't require a prescription from your doctor.
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1527Downsides
- The decongestant (pseudoephedrine) can make you anxious or your heart race. You may not sleep as well at night.
- Although you don't need a prescription, you do need to show a photo ID to buy this from behind the pharmacy counter.
- It may interfere with how your other medicines work. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before combining with other medicines.
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Download Fact SheetClaritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine) is a combination of an antihistamine and a decongestant. The antihistamine lowers inflammation caused by allergies, while the decongestant clears your sinuses.
- Drug class: Respiratory
- Rx status: Prescription or OTC
- Generic status: Lower-cost generic available (loratadine / pseudoephedrine)
Dosage forms
- Extended-release pill
Prices and coupons
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What to expect when you take Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine) for Seasonal allergies
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- Effectiveness
- Full effects
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- Possible side effects
- Dry mouth
- Insomnia
- Drowsiness
- Nervousness or anxiety
- Sore throat
Side effect rates for Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine)
- Headache19%19%19%19%
- Insomnia16%16%3%3%
- Dry mouth14%14%3%3%
- Drowin7%7%4%4%
- Nervousness or anxiety5%5%2%2%
- Dizziness4%4%2%2%
- Indigestion3%3%1%1%
- Nausea3%3%2%2%
- Sore throat3%3%3%3%
- Fatigue3%3%3%3%
- Increased thirst2%2%1%1%
- Loss of appetite2%2%1%1%
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Risks and Warnings for Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine)
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- › History of high blood pressure
- › Glaucoma
Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine) narrows blood vessels and can raise blood pressure. This is an issue, especially if you already have high blood pressure or glaucoma. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.
Common concerns from people taking Claritin-D (loratadine / pseudoephedrine)
Final section. Do you want to return to drug navigation?- It doesn't cause any daytime drowsiness unlike other antihistamines.