Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet is a combination of sympathomimetic- alpha 1 (nasal) and second generation H1 antihistaminic medicines.

Uses of Claridin D Tablet

Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Benefits of Claridin D Tablet

In Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet is used to treat an itchy, stuffy or runny nose, sneezing, or other symptoms caused by seasonal hay fever (allergic rhinitis). It works by reducing certain substances in the body called histamines that are responsible for the allergic symptoms. It also reduces swelling inside the nose and thus decreases symptoms such as stuffy nose. This helps in easy breathing and makes you feel better. Drink plenty of liquids, including chicken soup. It can make you feel better.

Side effects of Claridin D Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Claridin D

Dryness in mouth
Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Restlessness
Drowsiness
Tiredness

How to use Claridin D Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet

₹0.63/Tablet

Loridin D Tablet

Zydus Cadila

₹0.81/tablet

29% costlier

Loran D Tablet

Anglo-French Drugs & Industries Ltd

₹2/tablet

217% costlier

Lormeg D 5mg/120mg Tablet

Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹2.45/tablet

289% costlier

Lorfast D 5mg/120mg Tablet

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹0.58/tablet

8% cheaper

Quick tips

Claridin D Tablet

You have been prescribed Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet for the treatment of allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes etc.
Stop taking Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
Do not discontinue use without consulting your doctor, even if you feel better.
If you drink alcohol while you are taking Claridin D 5 mg/120 mg Tablet, be aware of its effects on you and do not drink more than moderate amounts.
Keep sipping water or try chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications like antidepressants.

Fact Box

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I've frequent sneezing & nose blocking problems, suspecting due to allergies.

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ENT

Get serum IgE to confirm it is allergy

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Marketer details

Name: Morepen Laboratories Ltd

Address: 409, Antriksh Bhawan, 22 Kasturba Gandhi Marg, New Delhi - 110 001

Country of origin: India

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