loratadine(Claritin, Alavert)
Second-generation H1 antihistamine
Pronunciation
/ləˈrætədiːn/
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At a glance
- Generic name
- loratadine
- Brand names
- Claritin, Alavert
- Therapeutic class
- Second-generation H1 antihistamine
- Mechanism (summary)
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Clinical pearls
- Take once daily, with or without food.
- Non-drowsy at recommended doses.
- Available OTC; ODT and chewable forms available.
- ### NAPLEX practice notes
- "Non-drowsy" - preferred for daytime when sedation must be avoided.
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