Loratadine User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Hannah
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 8, 2021

Claritin (loratadine) "I ran out of zyrtec and did not have a lot of money so I opted for 2 one packs of claritin non drowsy 24 hr, I have severe anxiety and moderate depression, that I’ve been regulating on my own for the past 3 years. So the first night I took it and the next day I could barely get out of bed without feeling nauseous and dizzy. I also noticed that my anxiety in the car was heightened and I almost had to pull over because I felt so sick. I didn’t take the pill the next day and within the next day my anxiety went away. This morning my allergies were so bad I took the 2nd pill knowing what could happen and I’m dealing with the worst anxiety I think I’ve ever had, I couldn't get into the car without feeling like I was going to pass out. So ultimately I will not be taking claritin anymore because like others have reviewed also that it affected them mentally and caused anxiety and a weird head feeling, also did nothing for my allergies compared to my zyrtec."

• A Rob...
• May 5, 2014

For Allergic Rhinitis "First of all I'm not and never have been a smoker. Have COPD due to chronic bronchitis, I developed asthma after 40. I've been taking this product for five yrs and the illness due to weather has decreased dramatically I had previously suffered from pneumonia due to worsening bronchitis at least twice a yr. I average once every three years now it is due to consistently taking this year round."

• jenn
• June 15, 2020

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I started using Claritin (loratadine) per my ENT's instructions to address a runny nose/PND. After one week I noticed facial redness on my cheeks and nose, the only thing different that I'd been using was the Claritin. I stopped taking it today and sure hoping the redness disappears. It did work as far as clearing up my nose and PND."

• Mary
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 13, 2023

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I have been on Claritin throughout my youth. It has never failed me and was great. I am 69 years old and very fit, and Claritin just started giving me side effects like waking up with sudden anxiety and being very thirsty, and also fatigued. I tested myself again after a while and I think it is true. I’m not on any other medication except 8mg of Candasartan blood pressure meds which I have been taking for over 10 years. I’m a golfer and work out in the gym. It’s sad to be no longer able to tolerate certain antihistamines."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 27, 2022

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "24 hour pill and I still have 14 hours to go. Fluttering of the heart has made this drug very uninviting. Head is more stuffed now than when I started it. Not a very comfortable feeling. Headache, stuffy nose, jitters and some stomach discomfort. Use caution."

• Sam
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 9, 2018

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "Absolutely no relief whatsoever from a severe allergy condition I had for one day a few weeks ago. Wrote to Bayer, they responded the next day with promises of a refund but nothing after initial first contact. Do not waste your money on this product, try something else."

• Anonymous
• August 5, 2009

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I have taken Claritin for a number of years now. I have year round allergies and severe in season. I only take this when needed - I am not the take it as a preventative type. My experience is that Claritin is effective if taken on an empty stomach and when my allergies are on the mild to moderate side. If they are severe, it does not help."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 13, 2012

Claritin 24 Hour Allergy (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "Clairitin is the only medicine that works for me. I have very high pollen counts in my area and have always suffered sinus infections. I started taking Claritin 24 about 10 days ago and I feel clear! Just bought a 30 day supply."

• Tlo24...
• May 19, 2017

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "It takes hours and hours to kick in. I even took 2 to speed up my relief and 3 hours later I'm still suffering. Zyrtec works within 30 min and lasts 24 hours. I will never take claritin again when I need immediate relief."

• Osborne...
• November 22, 2016

Claritin (loratadine) for Urticaria "I gave My daughter Claritin 5mg twice a day following doctors orders along with amoxicillin, she is 10 after taking it for 8 days she started to break out with rash , I took her back to dr she then ordered benedryl for the rash within 5 hrs that rash turned into wells all over her body , it was hot to touch and itchy also she went to ear the next day because of the severity of her condition at that point, ER dr gave her steroid to help with her pain and trying to eliminate the rash , well it's 4 days later and she still has the condition, dr says she has urticaria or Steven Johnson syndrome , so now my daughter and I have to wait day by day and watch her for any new breakouts"

• Anonymous
• November 17, 2009

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I took Claritin on two occasions to alleviate stuffy head colds and runny nose. I took 2 pills, one each on successive days about a month apart, and a day after taking them experienced both times a bloody nose. I am an older adult and haven't had a bloody nose since I was a child."

• Ropeman
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• November 18, 2013

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have been taking this forever for seasonal and year around allergies. No side effects, no interactions that I know of. Every once in awhile when the pollen count gets very high I will also take one Benadryl. That knocks it all back to a comfortable level for days."

• PJWIS
• June 6, 2015

Loratadine Reditab (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I was diagnosed with allergy induced sinus infection. I also had really itchy ears and skin patches. The loratadine helped these problems but cause really serious CNS side effects. My PB was elevated by 30 points (154/93) with heart rate at 68. I was in a full body shake early in the morning of the 4 day of treatment. I also experienced serious anxiety and depression problems. I stopped taking the meds and the symptoms gradually subsided through the day. Not a good choice for me."

• Anonymous
• September 19, 2008

Claritin Hives Relief (loratadine) for Urticaria "I have chronic hives and experience swelling of my lips. I've been taking Claritin Hives Relief for 7 days and have not had one break out. I've tried benedryl for months and found no relief. One Claritin a day and I'm free of hives."

• Lucybig
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 8, 2022

For Urticaria "Omgoodness no way!!!!!! Stay away this is by far a very dangerous medication for some people. Its made me feel extremely strange and out of body experience. Dizziness, strange head feeling, strange thoughts, paranoia, anxiety and depression No one should feel this ill but to affect your mood is a bit strange I will not be touching this drug again."

• Anonymous
• July 2, 2008

Claritin Hives Relief (loratadine) for Urticaria "This works fantastic for those who have allergic reactions to mosquitos and other insect bites. Both my daughter and I swell (3-5" plus) from mosquitos. Benadryl doesn't seem to work very well. However, in the summer we take 1 pill per day and it minimizes the swelling and itch. Yes, I've discussed this with a doctor and he was the one who recommended taking a pill a day beforehand."

• mary...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 27, 2021

For Allergies "This made me dizzy, confused, panicky worst feeling ever! I kind of feel like I am on a bad trip ! Also gave me bad heartburn made me feel like my throat is closing in cannot swallow saliva, ears are popping. I am never taking this again."

• Beera...
• January 25, 2012

For Urticaria "I take one Loratadine per day for dermographism. It reduces itching substantially, but does not decrease the appearance of the rash. The effectiveness of one pill seems to last longer than 24 hours... typically I don't notice itching until about 36 hours after taking a pill."

• Joanela
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 1, 2020

For Allergies "Was told to take this loratadine instead of Benadryl, which causes only mild drowsiness. Three hours after taking loratadine began to feel confused, forgetful, and “out of body” dissociative-type symptoms. Will not use it again."

• JOS
• Taken for 10 years or more
• March 26, 2023

For Allergic Rhinitis "I have been taking loratadine daily for almost 20 years and it works great for me. Sometimes I forget to take it or get out of the habit, and after a couple of weeks off of it my allergy symptoms come back (sneezing, runny nose, inflamed sinuses, puffy eyes, post nasal drip). When I restart taking it, the allergies stop again. I am allergic to airborne and indoor allergens year round: dust, mold, cats and dogs (but not rabbits), trees, grasses, pollen - you name it. Year round allergy issues, but loratadine is so effective that I forget my allergies. (Except to cats, I’m still allergic to cats. I can be around them and pet them, but I should wash my hands well and sometimes I need to change clothes after being in a cat home.) I’ve read about others having depression and body or back aches, and I don’t connect my depression or aches with loratadine. Good to know, though. My depression is only occasional and my aches are due to eating gluten and/or refined sugar."

• AWFUL
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 1, 2023

For Allergic Rhinitis "I took one pill and an hour later my stomach started feeling nauseous. My heart rate was pounding and fast… it was the worst feeling ever. I had to take my anxiety meds to calm me down. I had major sweats from the medicine. I felt super nervous all day and had zero energy. I hated the feeling!! I do not recommend. Especially if you suffer with anxiety and panic."

• catman
• Taken for 10 years or more
• May 3, 2022

For Physical Urticaria "I began to experience cold urticaria at age 10, and have lived with it for 65 more years. My condition went undiagnosed (or rather misdiagnosed as a food allergy) until I was in my 20s. I experienced several episodes of anaphylactic shock while swimming, and was generally miserable all winter long in Chicago's cold, damp weather. I began taking Claritin/loratadine for seasonal allergies approximately 25 years ago, and after about five seasons noticed that while I was on this medication I had absolutely no instances of cold urticaria. I have been taking 10mg of generic loratadine daily ever since, and am finally able to enjoy cold weather, swimming, and cold drinks (without my tongue and lips swelling). I have noticed no side effects from this drug at the levels I use."

• sinus...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 27, 2022

Claritin (loratadine) for Allergic Rhinitis "I was expecting this to have some sort of side effect, but it’s just given me more of a placebo effect. I do have trouble sleeping, but it’s because I sleep with a toddler in my bed, am a very light sleeper, and my mind is always racing over stupid stuff like my most recent heartbreak, so I would not attribute my sleep issues to Claritin, nor am I more or less thirsty than usual. It does seem to do something subtle and lessen the severity of my allergies, but honestly I don’t notice much difference. What I plan to do is get a Nettie pot, steam inhaler, and air purifier and have them be a part of my daily regimen. I used to surf and be in the saltwater daily and my lifestyle has changed. It is only since I stopped surfing, that I am an allergy sufferer! So I believe salt water is the cure and keeping active and drinking tons of water."

• meecahw
• September 12, 2016

For Urticaria "I had chronic hives for over 10 years, frequent and fairly severe. Cold helped to reduce the symptoms, but nothing reduced the frequency. When I started taking loratadine for unrelated allergies I was very pleased to find that the hives went away, for the most part. Every now and then I will have a few, but not all that often and not as severe. This stuff works for me. Yeah!"

• Ayles...
• August 1, 2011

For Allergic Rhinitis "I found this helpful in relieving the excess production of mucous and the resultant post-nasal drip which caused an irritating and continuous need to cough up phlegm. However I have not been using it for very long (3 weeks at 1 tablet per day taken in the morning) and twice have experienced light-headedness requiring me to hang onto something and to sit or lie down before I fall down. I normally have fairly low blood pressure but not sufficient to feel I am about to faint."