Clarityn Soft Capsule (Loratadine)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 12 years: administer loratadine at a dose of 10 mg orally once daily.

Child dose

For children aged 6-12 years weighing 30 kg or more: administer this medication at a dose of 10 mg once daily.

This medication should not be taken by individuals who have an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients. It is not safe to use this medication in children under 6 years of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so individuals with lactose intolerance or specific genetic digestive disorders should not take it. Certain medications should not be taken concurrently with this medication, as this may increase blood concentration of the medication and raise the risk of side effects. Particularly, caution should be taken to avoid concurrent use with cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, quinidine, fluconazole, and fluoxetine. This medication may pass into breast milk, so it is better not to use it while breastfeeding. Individuals with liver or kidney function issues should consult a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication. If any unusual symptoms occur during usage, discontinue use immediately and consult a professional. Possible unusual symptoms include drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, and irregular heartbeat. In case of overdose, immediate emergency treatment is required, and actions such as inducing vomiting or gastric lavage may be necessary. This medication is not removed by dialysis; therefore, professional treatment and continuous monitoring are crucial. If a skin irritation test is planned, discontinue taking this medication 48 hours before the test to obtain accurate results. This medication should be kept in a safe place out of reach of children and stored in its original container. Transferring to another container may compromise the quality of the medication or pose a risk of misuse.

Serious side effects

• Anaphylaxis including angioedema
• liver dysfunction
• loss of arrhythmia
• palpitations
• seizures.

Mild side effects

Sedative effects, anticholinergic effects, headache, fainting, drowsiness, dry mouth, gastrointestinal disturbances (nausea, gastritis), increased appetite, tachycardia, fatigue, rash, alopecia, dizziness.

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication concurrently with cimetidine, erythromycin, ketoconazole, quinidine, fluconazole, and fluoxetine. This medication and these drugs may interact, so caution is needed.

This medication can be sensitive to air or moisture, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container. The recommended storage temperature is room temperature between 1°C and 30°C. Storing it this way can help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

A blue transparent oval soft capsule containing a colorless to pale blue transparent liquid.

Package unit

10 capsules (10 capsules/PTP*1)