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Classification
Pharmacy Only Medicine.
Dosage
Adults and children over 12 years: Take One tablet daily.
Ingredients
Desloratadine 5mg
Purpose/Usage
Aerius (Desloratadine) is indicated for the 24 hour relief from the symptoms of hayfever and seasonal allergic rhinitis without causing drowsiness. One tablet provides relief from:
Sneezing
Runny and itchy nose
Congestion and stuffiness
Watery, itchy eyes
itching of palate and coughing
Precautions
Efficacy and safety of Aerius in children under 2 years of age have not been established.
Although Aerius is unlikely to affect the ability to drive or operate machinery, a few people may be affected and care should be taken.
Use in pregnancy
The safe use of desloratadine during pregnancy has not been established. Therefore, Aerius is not to be used during pregnancy unless clearly indicated.
Use in Lactation
Desloratadine passes into breast milk. Hence, the use of Aerius by breastfeeding mothers is not recommended
Adverse Effects
In clinical trials in a range of indications including seasonal allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria, at the recommended dose of 5 mg daily, undesirable effects with Aerius Tablets were reported in 3% of patients in excess of those treated with placebo. The most frequent adverse events reported in excess of placebo were fatigue (1.2%), dry mouth (0.8%), and headache (0.6%).
No effects on the ability to drive and use machines have been observed with the use of desloratadine.
More Information
Schering-Plough Pty Ltd
33 Whakatiki Street
Upper Hutt
Wellington
NEW ZEALAND
Telephone: 04 528 1900
Medicines have benefits and some may have risks. Always read the label
carefully and use strictly as directed. If symptoms continue or you have
side effects consult your pharmacist or doctor immediately.
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