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Loratadine

Dosage form
TABLET
Labeler
H.J. Harkins Company, Inc.
Label updated
2012-04-24
Retrieved
2026-09-07
Active ingredients
LORATADINE
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Active ingredient (in each tablet)

Loratadine 10 mg

Purpose

Antihistamine

Uses

temporarily relieves these symptoms due to hay fever or other upper respiratory allergies:

  • runny nose
  • sneezing
  • itchy, watery eyes
  • itching of the nose or throat
Warnings

Do not use

if you have ever had an allergic reaction to this product or any of its ingredients

Ask a doctor before use if you have

liver or kidney disease. Your doctor should determine if you need a different dose.

When using this product

do not take more than directed. Taking more than directed may cause drowsiness.

Stop use and ask a doctor if

an allergic reaction to this product occurs. Seek medical help right away.

If pregnant or breast-feeding,

ask a health professional before use.

Keep out of reach of children.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions
adults and children 6 years and over 1 tablet daily; not more than 1 tablet in 24 hours
children under 6 years of age ask a doctor
consumers with liver or kidney disease ask a doctor
Other information
  • do not use if printed foil under cap is broken or missing
  • store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
Inactive ingredients

lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, povidone, pregelatinized starch

Questions or comments?

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Compare to Claritin® active ingredient

Loratadine Tablets, 10 mg

Antihistamine

24 Hour

Relief of:

Sneezing

Runny Nose

Itchy, Watery Eyes

Itchy Throat or Nose

Indoor and Outdoor Allergies

Non-Drowsy*

*When taken as directed. See Drug Facts Panel.

Original Prescription Strength

Actual Size

[Image in the official label — see DailyMed source]

DailyMed Set ID: 581dddb2-a731-4b9f-9fe9-f5ed7edc8394 · Version 5
NDC: 52959-740