Claridin 5 Mg Tablet Information

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Allergy. The alternative uses of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Claridin 5 Mg Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Claridin 5 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Claridin 5 Mg Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Claridin 5 Mg Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Claridin 5 Mg Tablet is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Claridin Benefits & Uses
Claridin Dosage & How to Take
Claridin Side Effects
Claridin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Claridin with Other Drugs
Claridin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Claridin
Claridin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)

Other Benefits

Hives
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: take medicine at bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: take medicine at bedtime
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: take medicine at bedtime
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Allergy Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 5 days Special Instructions: Below 5 years old can take 5 mg once daily at bedtime

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Claridin in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Claridin may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Claridin rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Claridin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

Claridin is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Claridin 5 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Claridin 5 Mg Tablet

Is this Claridin 5 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Claridin 5 Mg Tablet since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet may have some adverse effects on the body.

Dangerous
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Claridin 5 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Claridin 5 Mg Tablet

It is safe to take Claridin 5 Mg Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Claridin 5 Mg Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Claridin 5 Mg Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown