Claritin - antiallergic (antihistamine), a long-acting drug. Unlike many other drugs of this series Claritin does not have a calming (sedative) action, so it is suitable for appointment in the afternoon. Claritin is used for allergic diseases and reactions in adults and children.

How does Claritin syrup

Claritin (INN - loratadine) - is an antihistamine, histamine H1-receptor. Available Claritin Belgian pharmaceutical company Schering-Plough in tablets and in bottles of 60 and 120 ml of syrup for oral administration.

Syrup than the principal active ingredient comprises auxiliary substances: citric acid, artificial flavor, glycerol, propylene glycol, sodium benzoate, granular sucrose, purified water.

Claritin acts quickly (within an hour after ingestion of syrup) and long (more than one day), suppressing the occurrence of allergic reactions, including preventing edema and itching. Thus Claritin does not penetrate into the brain tissue (not overcome the blood-brain barrier) and has no effect on the central nervous system, so it has no sedative effect and does not cause addiction and addiction. In addition, Claritin no potentiates (not increases) the effect of alcohol. Claritin syrup is easy to use by adults and children, but most of it is still used in pediatric practice.

Indications and contraindications

Claritin syrup is usually used in pediatric patients with the following diseases and conditions:

• seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis and allergic conjunctivitis - it inhibits the action of histamine, and therefore prevents the appearance of symptoms such as swelling of the mucous membranes, nasal discharge, sneezing, itchy nose and eyes, watery eyes, and so on;
• acute and chronic urticaria;
• various skin diseases of allergic origin;
• allergic reactions to insect bites;
• any other allergic reactions.

Contraindications for the purpose Claritin in syrup are:

• Children under two years of age;
• breastfeeding - Claritin excreted in human milk, so when administered during feeding baby Breastfeeding - a personal choice   breast is necessary to solve the issue of termination of breastfeeding;
• hypersensitivity to the drug.

With care prescribe Claritin during pregnancy, it is used only if the expected benefit to the mother's body outweighs the potential harm to the fetus.

Side effects

Upon receipt of Claritin may experience the following side effects:

• the central nervous system - these side effects are more common in adults than in children; However, in children occur headaches, fatigue, dry mouth, drowsiness, irritability Irritability - you try to control my temper ;
• the part of the digestive system - nausea, pain in the upper abdomen; in some cases, appear abnormal liver function;
• the part of the circulatory system - heart attacks strong (usually in adults;
• Allergic reaction - skin rash diverse nature, including urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic shock, and others;
• very rare - hair loss (usually adult).

How to take Claritin syrup and overdose

Claritin Syrup is taken orally, regardless of the meal. Adults and children over twelve years of Claritin Claritin - histamine receptor blocker   designate two teaspoons of the syrup (10 ml) once a day. If abnormal liver function or renal said first dose administered every other day.

Children after two years of Claritin dose is determined depending on body weight. If body weight less than 30 kg - 5 mg (one teaspoon or 5 ml of syrup) once per day. Body weight over 30 kg - 10 mg (two teaspoons of the syrup and 10 ml) once a day.

At the same time there are lethargy, tachycardia, headache. If signs of overdose it is recommended to wash the stomach lightly salted water or saline solution (0, 9% sodium chloride, or table salt). After lavage designate any adsorbent, such as activated charcoal Activated carbon - old but indispensable .

Claritin Syrup is generally well tolerated and rarely has side effects. But this drug should appoint a doctor.

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Allergies - is an inadequate response of the immune system The immune system - how it works?   for substances that are not harmful and dangerous for the body. There are many types of allergies, such as food allergies or skin allergies. Nasal allergy Rhinitis: a runny nose - is quite serious   - This type of allergy, the symptoms of which are manifested in the immune response Immunity - types and characteristics in children in adults   different particles, which together with the person inhales air.

Allergy symptoms:

• Runny nose, stuffy nose
• Sneezing
• Watery eyes
• Itching in the nose and throat
• Cough
• Fatigue

Butterbur

This is a big bushy plant grows in Asia, Europe and parts of North America. Tincture of butterbur used in folk medicine for migraines, stomach cramps, coughs, allergies and asthma. The effectiveness of butterbur as a means of allergy confirmed by scientific research. Although the principle of its action is still not fully understood, it is assumed that it blocks histamine and leukotrienes, substances which occur with the participation of an allergic reaction.

Among the side effects of butterbur indigestion, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and constipation. It is not recommended for pregnant and lactating women, children and people with liver disease and kidney failure.

Quercetin

Quercetin - a type of flavonoid. Although there is not enough scientific data to draw definitive conclusions about the effectiveness of quercetin as a cure for allergies, it is assumed that it inhibits the production of histamine. Quercetin is found in apples, berries, red grapes, capers, and black tea. It is found in many dietary supplements Food additives - basic classification .

Carotenoids

These substances are plant pigments, the most famous of which - beta-carotene. Its action is still poorly understood, but it is known that a lack of carotenoids in the diet can lead to inflammation of the airways. Carrots, apricots, pumpkin, potatoes, spinach, kale and collard greens are excellent sources of carotenoids.

The fatty acids omega-3

Omega-3 are among the most important elements that should be included in our diet. People who consume adequate amounts of omega-3, the risk of hay fever, is considerably smaller than the rest. This substance is found in fish, flax seed oil and walnuts.

Food

Eating certain foods can aggravate the symptoms of allergies. Determine what kind of food causes a reaction, can help the doctor or exclusion of "suspect" foods from the diet for 1-2 weeks. When you, after this time, start again to use this product for the reaction of the organism to be seen whether it is a cause of worsening of symptoms or not.

Nettles

Tea and tincture of nettles, and capsules with dry extract will help get rid of allergy symptoms such as sneezing and itchy; very interesting that this plant burns the skin effectively reduces inflammation.

Nasal lavage

This simple procedure is often used to relieve symptoms of hay fever. Typically, brine washing do - it washes away the pollen from the nasal passages, dirt and kills bacteria.

Acupuncture for allergies

This Chinese medical practice for more than 5,000 years. Its effect has been studied repeatedly and have received mixed data: some scientists have concluded that acupuncture is completely ineffective as a means to relieve allergy symptoms; other studies in subjects showed significant improvement.