Desloratadine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms.
Side effects
Sleepiness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Desloratadine, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Desloratadine is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Desloratadine is belongs to the category of an antihistaminic drug. It makes the condition better by treating the allergy symptoms such as such as swelling, itching, and rashes by blocking the chemical messenger (histamine) & its effects in the body.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Desloratadine a steroid/ decongestant/ an antihistamine? Desloratadine belongs to class of drugs called antihistamines. It is not a decongestant or a steroid
Q. Does Desloratadine cause drowsiness/ weight gain/ high blood pressure/ raise blood pressure? Desloratadine is not known to cause drowsiness/ weight gain/ high blood pressure/ raise blood pressure. However, consult your doctor if you experience such side effects.
Q. Is Desloratadine the same as loratadine/ Is Desloratadine better than loratadine? Desloratadine is the major metabolite of loratadine and the two drugs are similar in safety and effectiveness
Q. Is Desloratadine over the counter? Desloratadine is not an over the counter medicine. It is sold only upon a prescription by a registered medical practitioner
Expert Advice
Your doctor has prescribed Desloratadine to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.It's much less likely to make you feel sleepy than other similar medications.Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.Stop taking Desloratadine at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Product Details
SKU: PC-62784 Product Description: Desobit 5 mg Tablet is manufactured by Brinton Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd Packing: Strip Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.