About desloratadine + pseudoephedrine sulfate
Antihistamine and decongestant combination
Used for
- Relieves nasal congestion, sneezing, runny nose, and itchy or watery eyes from seasonal allergic rhinitis.
Usual adult dose
Adults and adolescents 12 years and older: one tablet twice daily, usually for up to 14 days.
Common side effects
- Dry mouth
- Headache
- Insomnia or nervousness
- Dizziness or nausea
Important warnings
- May raise blood pressure or heart rate; use cautiously with heart disease, hypertension, or hyperthyroidism.
- Avoid with monoamine oxidase inhibitors or within 14 days of stopping them.
- Can cause insomnia; avoid taking near bedtime.
- Do not crush or chew modified-release tablets.
Pregnancy
Safety is not well established; pseudoephedrine is generally avoided in the first trimester and with concerns about placental blood flow.
Breastfeeding
Pseudoephedrine may reduce milk supply and can cause irritability in infants; use is generally discouraged.
Interactions
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors can cause dangerous blood-pressure increases.
- Other stimulants or decongestants may increase heart rate and blood pressure.
- Alcohol or sedatives may increase dizziness.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.