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Loratadine Side Effects

Brand Names: Alavert

Please note - some side effects for Loratadine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).


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Side Effects of Loratadine - for the consumer


Loratadine

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Loratadine. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Loratadine:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); severe or persistent dizziness.


Loratadine/Pseudoephedrine 12-Hour Sustained-Release Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Loratadine/Pseudoephedrine 12-Hour Sustained-Release Tablets:

Coughing; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excitability; fatigue; headache; loss of appetite; mild stomach upset; nausea; nervousness; sleeplessness; sore throat; thirst.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Loratadine/Pseudoephedrine 12-Hour Sustained-Release Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficulty urinating; fast or irregular heartbeat; mental or mood changes; seizures; severe dizziness; uncontrolled shaking or tremor.


Loratadine/Pseudoephedrine 24-Hour Sustained-Release Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Loratadine/Pseudoephedrine 24-Hour Sustained-Release Tablets:

Coughing; dizziness; drowsiness; dry mouth; excitability; fatigue; headache; loss of appetite; mild stomach upset; nausea; nervousness; sleeplessness; sore throat; thirst.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Loratadine/Pseudoephedrine 24-Hour Sustained-Release Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; difficulty urinating; fast or irregular heartbeat; mental or mood changes; seizures; severe dizziness; uncontrolled shaking or tremor.


Loratadine Chewable Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Loratadine Chewable Tablets. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Loratadine Chewable Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); severe or persistent dizziness.


Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Loratadine Orally Disintegrating Tablets:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); severe or persistent dizziness.


Loratadine Syrup

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. No COMMON side effects have been reported with Loratadine Syrup. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Loratadine Syrup:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); severe or persistent dizziness.

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