Product description: Over-the-counter allergy medicines cause drowsiness, which can slow you down during the day. But with Loratadine, you can get the allergy relief you need without feeling sleepy. That's because unlike over-the-counter medicines, Loratadine blocks histamines that cause allergy symptoms without affecting the central nervous system. So it's safe to take even during the daytime!

How to use this product: Take Loratadine exactly as directed by your doctor. The normal prescribed dose for adults and children age 6 years and up is one 10 mg tablet a day.

Side effects: Common side effects that can occur during treatment include headache, dry mouth, dry nose, hoarseness, and fatigue. These side effects are temporary and usually go away as your body gets adjusted to the medication. If they continue or become bothersome, talk with your doctor. If you develop an allergic reaction (rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, or trouble breathing), rapid or pounding heartbeat, dizziness, diarrhea, nervousness, wheezing, stomach pain, unusual weakness, or hyperactivity, stop taking Loratadine and seek medical attention.

Precautions: Tell your doctor if you have any allergies to medicines, foods, or if you have ever had an allergic reaction to antihistamines. Loratadine has not been studied in pregnant women. Therefore, if you are pregnant or nursing talk to your doctor about the potential risks involved with taking Loratadine. Also let your doctor know if you have any medical problems such as enlarged prostate, urinary tract blockage, glaucoma, intestinal problems, stomach ulcer, liver disease, and/or kidney disease.

Although it's unlikely that Loratadine will cause drowsiness, you should use caution when driving or operating heavy machinery. If dizziness or drowsiness occurs, avoid performing potentially hazardous activities until you are absolutely certain your judgment is not being impaired.

Drug interactions: Before you take any prescription or over-the-counter medicines with Loratadine talk to your doctor or pharmacists. In clinical studies there were no reported drug interactions between Loratadine and other medications.