Patient Medication Information: uses, side effects, how to take - Desloratadine Allergy Control (Pharmascience)
What is DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL used for?
DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL provides:
- fast 24 hour effective relief from seasonal allergies (trees, grass, pollen and ragweed) and year round allergies (dust mites, animal dander and moulds) resulting in symptoms including nasal congestion, sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, stuffiness; itchy palate; itchy ears; itchy throat; allergic cough; as well as swollen, itchy, burning, watery and red eyes.
- fast and effective relief of allergic skin conditions, such as skin itch and hives.
How does DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL work?
DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL is a product proven to work in multiple ways. Its’ anti-allergic action and anti- inflammatory properties provide a multi defense against allergy symptoms. DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL is a long- acting antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine.
DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL has anti-inflammatory properties that also help by reducing swelling and related symptoms such as nasal congestion, redness and hives.
Most people will feel relief of allergy symptoms within 75 minutes of taking DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL.
Symptom relief will be maintained for 24 hours.
DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL does not cause drowsiness.
DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL can be used by people with mild to moderate asthma.
What are the ingredients in DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL?
Medicinal ingredient: Desloratadine 5 mg
Non-medicinal ingredients: FD&C Blue No.2 aluminum lake, hypromellose, lactose, magnesium oxide, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinized starch, titanium dioxide and zinc stearate.
Serious Warnings and Precautions
- Tell your doctor if you have severe liver or kidney disease.
DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL comes in the following dosage forms:
Tablets: 5 mg
Do not use DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL if:
you are
- allergic to desloratadine or to any of the other product ingredients
pregnant or nursing
To help avoid side effects and ensure proper use, talk to your healthcare professional before you take DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL. Talk about any health conditions or problems you may have, including if you:
- have liver or kidney disease
- plan to become pregnant
- have medical or family history of seizures
Tell your healthcare professional about all the medicines you take, including any drugs, vitamins, minerals, natural supplements or alternative medicines.
The following may interact with DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL:
- DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL may affect the way other medicines work, and other medicines may affect how DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL works.
- If you are taking any medication, it is important to ask your doctor or pharmacist before taking DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL.
How to take DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL:
Usual dose:
Adults and children (12 years of age and older): Swallow one tablet with water, once daily, regardless of mealtime.
Overdose:
Missed Dose:
If you miss taking your dose on time, do not worry; take your dose when you remember. Do not exceed more than one dose in 24 hours.
What are possible side effects from using DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL?
These are not all the possible side effects you may have when taking DESLORATADINE ALLERGY
If you think you, or a person you are caring for, have taken too much DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL, contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department, or regional poison control centre immediately, even if there are no symptoms.
CONTROL. If you experience any side effects not listed here, tell your healthcare professional.
Side effects that may occur include, dry mouth, fatigue, increased appetite and headache.
At the recommended dose, this medicine is not expected to affect your ability to drive or use machines. Drowsiness has been reported very rarely. Although most people do not experience drowsiness, it is recommended not to engage in activities requiring mental alertness, such as driving a car or operating machinery until you have established your own response to the medicinal product.
Serious side effects and what to do about them
| Symptom / effect | Talk to your healthcare professional | Stop taking drug and get immediate medical help | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Only if severe | In all cases | ||
| VERY RARE | |||
Allergic reaction (rash, itching, swelling of lips, tongue, face, throat and difficulty in breathing) | √ | ||
Fast heart rate or heart palpitations | √ | ||
Restlessness with increased body movement | √ | ||
| Seizures | √ | ||
Liver dysfunction - i.e. inflammation of the liver (appearance of jaundice - yellowing of the skin) | √ | ||
If you have a troublesome symptom or side effect that is not listed here or becomes bad enough to interfere with your daily activities, tell your healthcare professional.
Storage:
Store between 15°C and 30°C. Protect tablets from excessive moisture. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
If you want more information about DESLORATADINE ALLERGY CONTROL:
- Talk to your healthcare professional
- Find the full product monograph that is prepared for healthcare professionals and includes this Patient Medication Information by visiting the Health Canada website: (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health-products/drug- products/drug-product-database.html; the manufacturer’s website www.pharmascience.com)
Last Revised: September 12, 2023
Reporting Side Effects
You can report any suspected side effects associated with the use of health products to Health Canada by:
- Visiting the Web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting (https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/drugs-health- products/medeffect-canada.html) for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax; or
- Calling toll-free at 1-866-234-2345.
NOTE: Contact your health professional if you need information about how to manage your side effects. The Canada Vigilance Program does not provide medical advice.