Desloratadine and pseudoephedrine

Generic name: desloratadine and pseudoephedrine [ DES-loe-RAT-a-deen-and-SOO-doe-ee-FED-rin ]
Brand names: Clarinex-D 12 Hour, Clarinex-D 24 Hour
Dosage form: oral tablet, extended release (2.5 mg-120 mg; 5 mg-240 mg)
Drug class:Upper respiratory combinations

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com on Jan 31, 2022. Written by Cerner Multum.

What is desloratadine and pseudoephedrine?

Desloratadine and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy or watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.

desloratadine and pseudoephedrine is for adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

Desloratadine and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Warnings

Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, such as isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, or tranylcypromine.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use desloratadine and pseudoephedrine if you are allergic to desloratadine, loratadine (Claritin), or pseudoephedrine, or if you have:

• narrow-angle glaucoma;

• severe coronary artery disease (clogged arteries);

• uncontrolled high blood pressure; or

• bladder obstruction or other urination problems.

Do not use desloratadine and pseudoephedrine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days. A dangerous drug interaction could occur. MAO inhibitors include isocarboxazid, linezolid, methylene blue injection, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine, and others.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

• kidney disease;

• glaucoma;

• heart disease or high blood...