Clarinex Syrup Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Desloratadine 0.5mg/mL; bubble-gum flavor.
Pharmacological Class
Antihistamine.
See Also
How Supplied
Tabs—100; Syrup—4oz, 16oz; ODT—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
Tabs (YES); syrup (NO)
Clarinex Syrup Indications
Indications
Seasonal allergic rhinitis (for patients ≥2yrs old). Perennial allergic rhinitis, chronic idiopathic urticaria (for patients ≥6 months old).
Clarinex Syrup Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<6 months: not recommended. 6 months–11 months: 1mg (2mL). 1–5yrs: 1.25mg (2.5mL). 6–11yrs: 2.5mg (5mL). ≥12yrs: 5mg (10mL). All: once daily.
Clarinex Syrup Contraindications
Not Applicable
Clarinex Syrup Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Clarinex Syrup Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
ODT: Phenylketonurics. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Clarinex Syrup Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Clarinex Syrup Interactions
Clarinex Syrup Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Pharyngitis, dry mouth or throat, myalgia, fatigue, somnolence, dysmenorrhea, headache, nausea, dizziness. Children: fever, diarrhea, upper respiratory infections, irritability, coughing.
Clarinex Syrup Clinical Trials
See Literature
Clarinex Syrup Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Clarinex ODT.
Clarinex Syrup Patient Counseling
See Literature