{"id":6528,"date":"2021-01-09T09:43:00","date_gmt":"2021-01-09T09:43:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=6528"},"modified":"2022-11-24T09:41:56","modified_gmt":"2022-11-24T09:41:56","slug":"caredin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/caredin\/","title":{"rendered":"Caredin &#8211; Desloratadine Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Caredin 2.5mg, 5mg \u00a0Orodispersible\u00a0Desloratadine Tablets\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Caredin Is And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What Caredin is<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caredin contains desloratadine which is an&nbsp;antihistamine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How Caredin&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>works<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>Caredin 5 mg<\/em><\/strong> is an anti-allergic drug that does not make you drowsy.\u00a0It helps keep your allergic reactions and their symptoms under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>When&nbsp;<\/strong>&nbsp;<strong>to use&nbsp;<\/strong><strong>Caredin<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Caredin English<\/strong> relieves the symptoms of allergic\u00a0rhinitis\u00a0(\u00a0inflammation\u00a0of the nasal mucosa caused by\u00a0allergies, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/pollen-allergy\/\">hay fever<\/a> or\u00a0allergies\u00a0to dust mites) in adults, adolescents, and children 6 years and older.\u00a0These symptoms include sneezing, runny or itchy nose, palate itching and itchy, red, or watery eyes.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Caredin is also used to relieve symptoms associated with&nbsp;urticaria&nbsp;(a skin condition caused by&nbsp;allergies&nbsp;).&nbsp;These symptoms include&nbsp;itching&nbsp;and&nbsp;hives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Relieving these symptoms lasts all day and helps you maintain normal daily activities and normal sleep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Desloratadine contained in Caredin may also be approved for the treatment of other conditions not mentioned in this product information.&nbsp;Ask your doctor, pharmacist, or other healthcare professional if you have any further questions and always follow their instructions.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What You Need To Know Before You Use Caredin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Caredin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to desloratadine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) or to\u00a0loratadine.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse before taking Caredin:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you have impaired kidney function<\/li><li>If you or someone in your family has had seizures.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not give this medicine to children under 6 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Caredin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no known&nbsp;interactions&nbsp;between Caredin and other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caredin With Food, Drink, And Alcohol<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Caredin does not need to be taken with water or liquid.&nbsp;In addition, Caredin can be taken with or without food.&nbsp;Be careful if you take Caredin with alcohol.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Fertility<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Taking Caredin is not recommended if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Fertility<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are no fertility data for men or women<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At the recommended\u00a0dose, this medicine is not expected to affect your ability to drive or use machines.\u00a0Although most people do not feel drowsy, it is recommended that you do not perform activities that require increased attention, such as driving a vehicle or using machinery until you know how you react to the medicine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are responsible for assessing whether you are fit to drive a motor vehicle or perform work that requires increased attention.\u00a0One of the factors that can affect your ability in these respects is the use of drugs due to their effects and\/or\u00a0side effects.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Descriptions of these effects and\u00a0side effects\u00a0can be found in other sections.\u00a0Read all the information in this leaflet for guidance.\u00a0If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caredin Contains Aspartame<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The product contains aspartame.\u00a0Aspartame is a source of phenylalanine that can be harmful to people with phenylketonuria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. How To Use Caredin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.&nbsp;Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.&nbsp;<br><br><strong>Adults and adolescents 12 years and older<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended\u00a0dose\u00a0is two tablets once daily with or without food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine should be taken orally.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Open the blister before ingestion by gently pulling on the tab and taking out the&nbsp;orodispersible&nbsp;tablet without crushing it.&nbsp;Place it in your mouth where it dissolves immediately.&nbsp;Water or other liquid is not needed to swallow the tablet.&nbsp;Take the tablet immediately after opening the blister.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Caredin Uses For Children And Adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Children from 6 to 11 years<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The recommended&nbsp;dose&nbsp;is one tablet once a day with or without food.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Regarding the duration of treatment, your doctor will determine the type of allergic&nbsp;rhinitis&nbsp;you are suffering from and decide how long to take Caredin.&nbsp;If your allergic&nbsp;rhinitis&nbsp;is recurrent (presence of symptoms for less than 4 days a week or for less than 4 weeks), your doctor will recommend a treatment schedule based on the assessment of your medical history.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If your allergic&nbsp;rhinitis&nbsp;is persistent (presence of symptoms for 4 days or more per week and for more than 4 weeks) then your doctor may recommend a longer-term treatment.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In&nbsp;urticaria, the duration of treatment may vary from patient to patient and you should therefore follow your doctor&#8217;s&nbsp;prescription<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Forget To Use Caredin English<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you forget to take your&nbsp;dose&nbsp;on time, take it as soon as possible and then go back to&nbsp;your&nbsp;regular&nbsp;dosing schedule.&nbsp;Do not take a double&nbsp;dose&nbsp;to make up for a forgotten&nbsp;dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If You Stop Using Caredin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Caredin Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Like all medicines, this medicine can cause\u00a0side effects, although not everybody gets them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the marketing of desloratadine, cases of severe allergic reactions <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Difficulty breathing<\/li><li>Wheezing<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Swelling<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Have been reported in very rare cases.\u00a0If you have any of these serious\u00a0side effects\u00a0is, stop taking the drug and seek immediate\u00a0emergency\u00a0medical attention.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In\u00a0clinical trials\u00a0in adults, the\u00a0side effects\u00a0were about the same as with an inactive tablet.\u00a0However, <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/fatigue-syndrome\/\">fatigue<\/a>,\u00a0dry mouth,\u00a0and headache were reported more often than with an inactive tablet.\u00a0In adolescents, headache was the most commonly reported\u00a0side effect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In\u00a0clinical trials\u00a0with desloratadine the following\u00a0adverse reactions have\u00a0been reported:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Dry mouth<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Adults<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the marketing of desloratadine the following&nbsp;side effects have&nbsp;been reported:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td>Severe allergic reactions<\/td><td>Rash<\/td><td>Throbbing or irregular heartbeat<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fast heartbeat<\/td><td>Stomach <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">ache<\/a><\/td><td>Nausea<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Vomiting<\/td><td>Upset stomach<\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/diarrhea-in-children\/\">Diarrhea<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Dizziness<\/td><td>Drowsiness<\/td><td>Difficulty sleeping<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Muscle <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/brain-and-nerves\/pain\/\">pain<\/a><\/td><td>Hallucinations<\/td><td>Seizures<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Restlessness with increased body movement<\/td><td>Hepatitis<\/td><td>Abnormal liver function tests<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Unusual weakness<\/li><li>Yellowing of the skin and\/or eyes<\/li><li>Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight, even in sunlight and to UV light, for example for UV light in solarium<\/li><li>Change in how the heartbeats<\/li><li>Deviant behavior<\/li><li>Aggression<\/li><li>Weight gain<\/li><li>Increased appetite<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Additional Caredin Side Effects In Children And Adolescents<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Has been reported (occurs in an unknown number of users):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Slow heartbeat<\/li><li>Change in how the heartbeats<\/li><li>Deviant behavior<\/li><li>Aggression<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Reporting of&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;ar<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get\u00a0any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.\u00a0This also applies to any\u00a0side effects\u00a0not mentioned in this information.\u00a0You can also report\u00a0side effectsdirectly (see details below).\u00a0By reporting\u00a0side effects\u00a0, you can help increase drug safety information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Medical Products Agency<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Box 26<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>751 03 Uppsala<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>www.lakemedelsverket.se<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse.&nbsp;This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.&nbsp;You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,&nbsp;www.lakemedelsverket.se.&nbsp;By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Caredin<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and blister after EXP.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>No special storage instructions.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not use this medicine if you notice any changes in the appearance of Caredin&nbsp;orodispersible&nbsp;tablets.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.&nbsp;Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.&nbsp;These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substance is desloratadine 2.5 mg.<\/li><li>The other ingredients are <ul><li>Polyacrylic potassium<\/li><li>Citric acid monohydrate<\/li><li>Red iron oxide (E172), magnesium stearate<\/li><li>Croscarmellose sodium<\/li><li>Tutti-frutti flavoring (also contains propylene glycol)<\/li><li>Aspartame (E951)<\/li><li>Microcrystalline cellulose<\/li><li>Mannitol<\/li><li>Potassium hydroxide (pH)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Caredin 2.5 mg\u00a0orodispersible\u00a0tablets are brick red, round, flat tablets with beveled edges, debossed with \u201c2.5\u201d.<\/li><li>Blister packs of 10, 30, 50, 90, and 100\u00a0orodispersible\u00a0tablets.<\/li><li>Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2care4 Generics ApS<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Stenhuggervej 12-14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>6710 Esbjerg V<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Denmark<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Genepharm SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>18th km Marathonos Avenue<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>15351 Pallini Attiki<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Greece<br><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Caredin English has desloratadine which is an antihistamine.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"cybocfi_hide_featured_image":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[2203,2200],"tags":[7725,7727,7728,2557,7724,5782,2212,2211,7726,5781],"class_list":["post-6528","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-c","category-medicines","tag-caredin","tag-caredin-side-effects","tag-caredin-tablet","tag-desloratadine","tag-desloratadine-side-efects","tag-desloratadine-tablet","tag-medicine","tag-tablets","tag-what-is-caredin","tag-what-is-desloratadine"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6528","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6528"}],"version-history":[{"count":48,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6528\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":35422,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/6528\/revisions\/35422"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6528"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=6528"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=6528"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}