Loratadine Syrup: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates
Loratadine Syrup
| Generic name | Loratadine |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antihistamine (second-generation) |
| Forms | Oral capsule, Oral syrup, Oral tablet, Chewable tablet, Orally disintegrating tablet |
Loratadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of a natural chemical called histamine in the body. Histamine causes allergy symptoms like sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose. This syrup form is a non-drowsy, fast-acting liquid antihistamine.
General information
Follow the prescriber and the leaflet that comes with this medicine.