Loratadine-D 24 Hour

Loratadine-D 24 Hour is a combination medicine that helps relieve sneezing, a runny or stuffy nose, sinus pain, itchy or watery eyes or nose, and other allergy and common cold symptoms.

Loratadine-D 24 Hour may also be used for reasons not mentioned in this medication guide.

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or allergy medicine is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.

Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving this medicine to a child. Do not use the medicine only to make a child sleepy. Death can occur from the misuse of cold or allergy medicines in very young children.

Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever.

If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the surgeon or doctor ahead of time if you have taken a cold or allergy medicine within the past few days.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

Do not use Loratadine-D 24 Hour if you have taken an MAO inhibitor in the last 14 days. This could cause a dangerous drug interaction. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if it is safe for you to use Loratadine-D 24 Hour if you have:

• liver or kidney disease;
• heart disease, high blood pressure;
• diabetes;
• thyroid disorder; or
• an enlarged prostate and urination problems.

Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.

You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

Get emergency medical help if you notice signs of an allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Loratadine-D 24 Hour may cause serious side effects. Stop using Loratadine-D 24 Hour and call your doctor right away if you experience:

• pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; or
• severe dizziness, nervousness, or feeling restless.

Common side effects of Loratadine-D 24 Hour may include:

• dry mouth, nose, or throat;
• mild dizziness; or
• sleep problems (insomnia).

This is not a complete list of side effects, and others may happen. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You can report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Since Loratadine-D 24 Hour is taken as needed, you may not have a regular dosing schedule. If you miss a dose and it’s almost time for your next dose, just skip the missed dose. Do not take two doses at once.

Seek emergency medical help or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.

Taking too much can cause severe drowsiness.

Loratadine-D 24 Hour may cause blurred vision and may affect your ability to react. Do not drive or do anything dangerous until you know how this medicine will affect you.

Drinking alcohol can make some side effects of this medicine worse.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold medicines that might have similar ingredients.

Using Loratadine-D 24 Hour with other medications that cause drowsiness can make you feel more tired. Talk to your doctor before taking opioid pain relievers, sleeping pills, muscle relaxers, or medications for anxiety or seizures.

Other medications may interact with Loratadine-D 24 Hour, including both prescription and over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and herbal products. Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are currently taking and any new medicines you begin or stop using.