💊 Loratadine (Loratadine)

Q: What is loratadine used for?

It relieves hay fever and upper respiratory allergy symptoms (runny nose, itchy watery eyes, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat) and relieves itching due to hives.

Q: Does loratadine prevent hives?

No. It does not prevent hives or allergic skin reactions. Avoiding the cause is the only way to prevent them.

Q: Does it cause drowsiness?

Taking more than the directed dose may cause drowsiness, so do not exceed the stated dose.

Q: When should I see a doctor?

If you have liver or kidney disease, if symptoms don't improve after 3 days, if hives last more than 6 weeks, or if an allergic reaction occurs.

Q: Can I use it during pregnancy or breast-feeding?

Ask a health professional before use.

💊 Antihistamine

Loratadine is an over-the-counter antihistamine (oral solution in this leaflet). It temporarily relieves symptoms of hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies and relieves itching due to hives (urticaria). It will not prevent hives or an allergic skin reaction from occurring.

🏷️ Brands: Loratadine💉 Oral🛒 Over the counter

In Arabic: لوراتادين

🏷️ Brand names & manufacturers

Allergy Relief🏭 CVS PharmacyDailyMed

Claritin Chewable Grape And Bubblegum🏭 Bayer HealthCare LLC.DailyMed

Dg Health Allergy Relief🏭 Dolgencorp, LLCDailyMed

Careone Childrens Allergy Relief🏭 American Sales CompanyDailyMed

Signature Care Allergy Relief🏭 SafewayDailyMed

Childrens Allergy Relief🏭 CVS WOONSOCKET PRESCRIPTION CENTER, INCORPORATEDDailyMed

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Amazon Basic Care Allergy Relief🏭 Amazon.com Services LLC

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Equaline Childrens Allergy Relief🏭 United Natural Foods, Inc. dba UNFI

Packages shown are US-market (DailyMed). Brands available in Palestine are in the price section below.

✅ What it is used for

Temporary relief of hay fever or other upper respiratory allergy symptoms: runny nose, itchy watery eyes, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat
Relief of itching due to hives (urticaria)
Does not prevent hives or allergic skin reactions from occurring

🧪 Active ingredient

Loratadine 5 mg per 5 mL. It is an antihistamine that relieves allergy symptoms.

🌿 Benefits

Relieves runny nose and sneezing
Relieves itchy, watery eyes and itching of the nose or throat
Relieves itching from hives

📝 How to use

The dose is set by your doctor or pharmacist; do not change it without advice
Use only the enclosed dosing cup
Adults and children 6 years and over take it once daily; do not exceed the maximum stated on the label in 24 hours
Children 2 to under 6 years: a lower once-daily dose per the label; do not exceed the maximum in 24 hours
Children under 2 years: ask a doctor
People with liver or kidney disease: ask a doctor

💊 Dosage forms

Oral solution (syrup), 5 mg loratadine per 5 mL, supplied with a dosing cup

⚠️ Common side effects

Drowsiness if more than the directed dose is taken

🚨 Serious — seek medical help

Allergic reaction to the product: stop use and get medical help right away
Signs of anaphylactic shock with hives: trouble swallowing, dizziness or loss of consciousness, swelling of the tongue, swelling in or around the mouth, trouble speaking, drooling, wheezing or breathing problems. This can be life threatening and needs emergency help immediately

⛔ Do not use if

Previous allergic reaction to loratadine or any ingredient of the product
Do not use to prevent hives from any known cause such as foods, insect stings, medicines, or latex/rubber gloves, because it will not stop hives from occurring

❗ Warnings & precautions

Do not take more than directed; taking more may cause drowsiness
Ask a doctor before use if you have liver or kidney disease; a different dose may be needed
Not a substitute for an epinephrine injector; if one has been prescribed, carry it at all times and never replace it with this product
Hives can sometimes be serious; if the cause is unknown, see your doctor
Ask a doctor if hives are an unusual color, look bruised or blistered, or do not itch
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms don't improve after 3 days or hives last more than 6 weeks
Keep out of reach of children

🤰 Pregnancy

If pregnant, ask a health professional before use.

🍼 Breastfeeding

If breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

🧒 Children

Dosing depends on age; ask a doctor for children under 2 years (and under 6 years on some labels). Use only the enclosed dosing cup.

🌡️ Storage

Store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Do not use if the imprinted seal around the cap is broken or missing. Keep out of reach of children.

🆘 Overdose

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. Taking more than directed may cause drowsiness.

💰 Price & brands in your area

🏛️ Official price in Palestine — Ministry of Health price list:

Product	Company	Pack	Price
ALLERGYX TABLET 7 TAB Loratadine 10mg	Teva	7 TAB	15 ₪
LORADIN 10MG TABLET (10 TAB) Loratadine10 mg	Pharmacare Company	10 TABLETS / BOX	22 ₪
CLARISTINE 10MG TAB LORATADINE 10 MG	BPC	10 Tabs	22 ₪
LORAX SYRUP Loratadine 1mg/ml	Beit Jala	120 ml	23 ₪
LORAX TAB 10 Loratadine 10mg/tablet	Beit Jala	10 tab	23 ₪
ALLERGYX TABLET 20 TAB Loratadine 10mg	Teva	20 TAB	40 ₪

Source: pharmacy.moh.ps · list updated: 2026-11-10

Locally made brands: LORATADIM 10MG (20 tablets)، Clarestine (Birzeit Pharmaceutical Company)، Loradin (Pharmacare PLC)، Lorax (Beit Jala Pharmaceutical Company)

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👨‍⚕️ For healthcare professionals

Mechanism of action

Antihistamine.

Labeled dosing

Per label (syrup 5 mg/5 mL): adults and children ≥6 years: 10 mL (2 tsp) once daily, maximum 10 mL in 24 hours. Children 2 to <6 years: 5 mL once daily, maximum 5 mL in 24 hours. Children <2 years: ask a doctor. Liver or kidney disease: ask a doctor. The final dose is determined by the doctor or pharmacist.

Does not prevent hives or allergic skin reactions
Not a substitute for epinephrine in anaphylaxis
Medical evaluation advised for hives of unknown cause, unusual appearance, without itching, or lasting more than 6 weeks
Reassess if symptoms do not improve within 3 days

🎓 Key points for students

Loratadine is an antihistamine used for hay fever, upper respiratory allergy and hives
Key caution: exceeding the dose may cause drowsiness
Patients with liver or kidney disease need medical advice on dosing
Anaphylaxis with hives is an emergency; never substitute for epinephrine

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❓ FAQ

What is loratadine used for?

It relieves hay fever and upper respiratory allergy symptoms (runny nose, itchy watery eyes, sneezing, itching of the nose or throat) and relieves itching due to hives.

Does loratadine prevent hives?

No. It does not prevent hives or allergic skin reactions. Avoiding the cause is the only way to prevent them.

Does it cause drowsiness?

Taking more than the directed dose may cause drowsiness, so do not exceed the stated dose.

When should I see a doctor?

If you have liver or kidney disease, if symptoms don't improve after 3 days, if hives last more than 6 weeks, or if an allergic reaction occurs.

Can I use it during pregnancy or breast-feeding?

Ask a health professional before use.

⚕️ For education only — not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start or stop any medicine without advice. Source: official FDA drug label via openFDA (2025-06), simplified. Updated: 2026-11-10.