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loratadine and pseudoephedrine
loratadine and pseudoephedrine
What is the most important information I should know about loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
What is the most important information I should know about loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.
What is loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
What is loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
Loratadine and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, sinus pain, itchy or watery eyes or nose, and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.
Loratadine and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
Do not use loratadine and pseudoephedrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:
- liver or kidney disease;
- heart disease, high blood pressure;
- diabetes;
- thyroid disorder; or
- an enlarged prostate and urination problems.
Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant.
You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.
How should I take loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
How should I take loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Cold or allergy medicine is only for short-term use until your symptoms clear up.
Always follow directions on the medicine label about giving this medicine to a child. Do not use the medicine only to make a child sleepy. Death can occur from the misuse of cold or allergy medicines in very young children.
Swallow the tablet whole and do not crush, chew, or break it.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve after 7 days of treatment, or if you have a fever.
If you need surgery or medical tests, tell the surgeon or doctor ahead of time if you have taken a cold or allergy medicine within the past few days.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.
What happens if I miss a dose?
What happens if I miss a dose?
Since this medicine is used when needed, you may not be on a dosing schedule. Skip any missed dose if it's almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.
What happens if I overdose?
What happens if I overdose?
Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222.
An overdose can cause severe drowsiness.
What should I avoid while taking loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
What should I avoid while taking loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
This medicine may cause blurred vision and may impair your reactions. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how this medicine will affect you.
Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of this medication.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using other cough or cold medicines that may contain similar ingredients.
What are the possible side effects of loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
What are the possible side effects of loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; or
- severe dizziness, nervousness, or restless feeling.
Common side effects may include:
- dry mouth, nose, or throat;
- mild dizziness; or
- sleep problems (insomnia).
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
What other drugs will affect loratadine and pseudoephedrine?
Using loratadine and pseudoephedrine with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.
Other drugs may affect loratadine and pseudoephedrine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines and any medicine you start or stop using.
Where can I get more information?
Where can I get more information?
Your pharmacist can provide more information about loratadine and pseudoephedrine.
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