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Loratadine

Loratadine

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7.3  Effectiveness
2.5  Side Effects
6  Holistic Benefits

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The generic name of this medication is loratadine and brand name is Claritin, Claritin Liqui-Gels.

The active ingredient of this medication is loratadine.

It is primarily used in used in relieving symptoms of seasonal allergies like runny nose; sneezing; itchy/watery eyes; or itching of the nose and throat.
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Loratadine 7.73 6.19 1.83 30 Get Info
Zyrtec 7.61 6.04 2.15 99 Get Info
Benadryl 7.23 6.23 3.43 102 Get Info
Allegra 7.09 5.27 2.14 35 Get Info
Benadryl Allergy 6.77 5.67 3.49 31 Get Info
Claritin 6.7 5.29 1.85 122 Get Info
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Reported Changes in Health and Well-Being
Since taking Loratadine, RateADrug survey participants noticed these changes in their health:
Effect on:Much WorseWorseNo ChangeBetterMuch Better
Appetite 0% 0% 93% 4.7% 2.3%
Balance/Equilibrium 0% 0% 93% 4.7% 2.3%
Blood Pressure 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Breathing 2.3% 4.5% 63.6% 18.2% 11.4%
Confidence 0% 4.7% 88.4% 2.3% 4.7%
Coordination/Motor Skills 0% 0% 93% 4.7% 2.3%
Digestion 0% 2.3% 93% 2.3% 2.3%
Emotional Well-being 0% 2.3% 72.1% 16.3% 9.3%
Energy 2.3% 9.3% 69.8% 14% 4.7%
Eyesight 0% 4.7% 86% 9.3% 0%
Memory 0% 0% 95.3% 4.7% 0%
Mental Clarity 0% 2.3% 79.1% 14% 4.7%
Pain 0% 2.3% 90.7% 2.3% 4.7%
Patience 0% 0% 88.4% 4.7% 7%
Sexual Health 2.3% 2.3% 95.3% 0% 0%
Skin Complexion 0% 0% 97.7% 2.3% 0%
Sleep 2.3% 9.3% 60.5% 18.6% 9.3%
Stress Level 4.7% 0% 76.7% 11.6% 7%
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Commonly Reported Loratadine Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced these commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Allergic Reaction 97.6% 2.4% 0% 0% 0%
Anxiety 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Blurred Vision 97.6% 2.4% 0% 0% 0%
Cold Symptoms 90.9% 0% 0% 9.1% 0%
Confusion 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Cough 92.9% 4.8% 2.4% 0% 0%
Depression 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Diarrhea 90.9% 0% 9.1% 0% 0%
Dizziness 92.9% 7.1% 0% 0% 0%
Drowsiness 76.2% 11.9% 7.1% 4.8% 0%
Dry Mouth 90.5% 2.4% 7.1% 0% 0%
Dry Nose 91.2% 8.8% 0% 0% 0%
Dry Throat / Increased Thirst 91.2% 5.9% 2.9% 0% 0%
Fatigue 83.3% 7.1% 4.8% 4.8% 0%
Gas 90.9% 0% 9.1% 0% 0%
Headache 85.7% 7.1% 4.8% 0% 2.4%
Insomnia 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Mood Swings 81.8% 9.1% 0% 0% 9.1%
Muscle Cramping 81.8% 9.1% 9.1% 0% 0%
Nausea 95.2% 2.4% 0% 0% 2.4%
Nosebleeds 94.1% 5.9% 0% 0% 0%
Sensitivity to Light 90.9% 0% 9.1% 0% 0%
Sneezing 85.3% 8.8% 2.9% 2.9% 0%
Sore Throat 92.9% 4.8% 2.4% 0% 0%
Stomach Ache 90.9% 9.1% 0% 0% 0%
Wheezing 97.1% 2.9% 0% 0% 0%
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Less Commonly Reported Loratadine Side Effects
RateADrug survey participants experienced less commonly reported side effects:
Effect on:NoneMildModerateStrongSevere
Abdominal Pain 96.8% 3.2% 0% 0% 0%
Abnormal / Vivid Dreams 95.2% 0% 2.4% 0% 2.4%
Appetite Loss 95.2% 4.8% 0% 0% 0%
Congestion 0% 0% 100% 0% 0%
Constipation 93.8% 3.1% 0% 0% 3.1%
Diarrhea 96.8% 3.2% 0% 0% 0%
Difficulty Urinating 97.6% 2.4% 0% 0% 0%
Dry Nose 87.5% 0% 12.5% 0% 0%
Dry Throat / Increased Thirst 87.5% 0% 12.5% 0% 0%
Irritability / Impatience 92.9% 2.4% 4.8% 0% 0%
Muscle Cramping 96.8% 3.2% 0% 0% 0%
Nervousness 92.9% 7.1% 0% 0% 0%
Sneezing 87.5% 12.5% 0% 0% 0%
Tingling Sensations 95.2% 2.4% 2.4% 0% 0%
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User Comments about Loratadine
10 Jun 2013 I have used Loratadine for years to stop allergy headaches, but I have recently realized that in taking it I get very depressed.
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14 Sep 2012 I like the small size which makes them easy to swallow
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07 May 2012 Loratadine works well for me when I develop my allergy symptoms. It tends to help resolve my symptoms within the next 2-3 hours when I take the drug. I have been use it for a very long time and I experience no side effects from the medication.
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27 Apr 2012 slight drowsiness, and fatigue during the day
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08 Feb 2012 I am very pleased with my allergy medicine.
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