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 Generic Name  Loratadine 
 Trade Name  Claritin 
 Manufacturer   
 Risk Category    
B
  • Controlled studies done on animals in reproduction do not indicate risk to the fetus.
  • No adequate and well-controlled studies done on pregnant women.


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 Indication  

  • Anti-histamine.
 Fetal Risk  

  • Not teratogenic in animals.
  • Data not available in human pregnancy but reported possible association with some congenital defects: Cardiac defects, diaphragmatic hernia, cleft palate, microphthalmia and deafness.
 Breast Feeding  

  • Excreted into milk.
  • With maternal dose 10mg/day, no significant risk to the infant.
 Other Trade Names  
 


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