Deslor 5 mg

Relief of symptoms of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis (sneezing, runny nose, itching, congestion, itchy and watery eyes). Chronic idiopathic urticaria.

Desloratadine is the active metabolite of loratadine. It is a long-acting, non-sedating antihistamine with selective peripheral H1 receptor antagonist activity and also reduces the release of histamine from mast cells.

Adult and child 12 years and over: 5 mg once daily. Child 6-11 years: 2.5 mg once daily (5 ml of syrup 2.5 mg/5 ml). Child 1-5 years: 1.25 mg once daily (2.5 ml of syrup).

Fatigue, dry mouth, headache and, rarely, drowsiness or skin rash.

Use with caution in severe renal or hepatic impairment and in patients with a history of seizures. Not recommended in pregnancy and breast-feeding unless advised.

Hypersensitivity to desloratadine, loratadine or any ingredient of the preparation.

Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children.