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Clarinex Benefits & Uses

Clarinex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Clarinex 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: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 600 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Clarinex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Clarinex is used -

Moderate

Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Vaginal Irritation
Vaginal inflammation
Headache
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Infection
पेट की गैस
पेट दर्द
Vertigo
Fatigue

Clarinex Related Warnings

Is the use of Clarinex safe for pregnant women?

Clarinex shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Clarinex safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Clarinex. Immediately discontinue Clarinex if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Clarinex on the Kidneys?

Clarinex rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Clarinex on the Liver?

Side effects of Clarinex rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Clarinex on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Clarinex for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Clarinex with Other Drugs

Clarinex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Codeine

Amiodarone

Paracetamol,Codeine

Erythromycin

Ethinyl Estradiol

Clarinex Contraindications

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

Ulcerative Colitis
Liver Disease
Asthma
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Clarinex

Is this Clarinex habit forming or addictive?

Clarinex is not addictive in nature.

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

Clarinex does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Clarinex only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Clarinex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Clarinex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Clarinex

You can take Clarinex with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Clarinex

Information about the interaction of Clarinex and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Clarinex

Question about 6 years ago

How does Clarinex work?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Clarinex is a broad-spectrum antibiotic. It works by preventing the protein synthesis in bacteria which are essential for it. The absence of these vital proteins results in stunned bacterial cell growth due to which bacteria become vulnerable and dies. Clarinex is effective against a wide range of both gram negative and gram positive bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pneumoniae, Streptococcus pyogenes, Prevotella melaninogenica, and lostridium perfringens.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Clarinex with diphenhydramine?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, oral Clarinex can be taken with diphenhydramine. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Clarinex along with diphenhydramine if the dose of this drug does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Clarinex?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Oral Clarinex can be taken with or without food because food does not have any effect on the absorption of this drug. The topical gel of Clarinex should be applied as a thin layer once daily on the affected area or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with colitis and improper kidney or liver function.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Clarinex cause hair loss?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

No, Clarinex does not cause hair loss (alopecia). It has not been associated with hair loss till now. If you are experiencing any unusual hair loss after using this drug and you are in doubt that Clarinex is causing this effect then do discuss it with your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Clarinex cover MRSA infections?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

Yes, Clarinex covers MRSA(methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus) infections. It is effective against not just MRSA infection but also to penicillin-susceptible strains such as Streptococcus pneumoniae.