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What is Clarinex used for?

Clarinex is used in patients 12 years of age and older to:

§ treat symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis (“hay fever”)

§ relieve itching due to hives in patients with recurrent hives

Who should not take Clarinex?

You should not take Clarinex if you are allergic to Claritin or Clarinex, or to any of the ingredients in Claritin or Clarinex.

What should I tell my doctor or health care provider?

Tell your doctor or health care provider if you:

have or had liver problems
have or had kidney problems
are trying to become pregnant, are already pregnant, or are breast-feeding

Tell your health care provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements. Some medicines may affect how Clarinex works or Clarinex may affect how your other medicines work.

What are some possible side effects of Clarinex? (This is not a complete list of side effects reported with Clarinex. Your health care provider can discuss with you a more complete list of side effects.)

pharyngitis (sore throat)
dry mouth
sleepiness
tiredness

For more detailed information about Clarinex, ask your health care provider.

Date Posted: 11/22/02

Revised: 5/26/04

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Clarinex®
Brand Name:	Clarinex®
Active Ingredient:	desloratadine
Strength(s):	5 mg
Dosage Form(s):	Tablet and Orally-Disintegrating Tablet
Company Name:	Schering Corporation
Availability:	Prescription only
*Date Approved by FDA:	December 21, 2001
*Approval by FDA does not mean that the drug is available for consumers at this time.