Clarinex

Catarrh, Asthma, nasal symptoms + 6 more

Treatment

9 FDA approvals

20 Active Studies for Clarinex

What is Clarinex

Desloratadine

The Generic name of this drug

Treatment Summary

Desloratadine is a type of antihistamine used to treat allergies. It works by blocking the action of histamines, the chemical released during an allergic reaction. Desloratadine is the active form of loratidine and has a longer-lasting effect than other antihistamines, without causing drowsiness because it does not enter the brain.

Clarinex

is the brand name

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Clarinex Overview & Background

Brand Name

Generic Name

First FDA Approval

How many FDA approvals?

Clarinex

Desloratadine

2001

35

Approved as Treatment by the FDA

Desloratadine, also known as Clarinex, is approved by the FDA for 9 uses like Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis and Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria .

Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria

nasal symptoms

Used to treat nasal symptoms in combination with Pseudoephedrine

non-nasal symptoms

Used to treat non-nasal symptoms in combination with Pseudoephedrine

Perennial Allergic Rhinitis (PAR)

Nasal Congestion

Used to treat Nasal Congestion in combination with Pseudoephedrine

Hay Fever

Chronic Urticaria

Rhinitis, Allergic

Effectiveness

How Clarinex Affects Patients

Desloratadine is an anti-allergy medication that stops the effects of histamine, a chemical that causes many symptoms associated with allergies like tissue swelling. It works by blocking one type of receptor that histamine attaches to on cells, which prevents cells from being activated. Desloratadine does not enter the brain, so it does not make people feel sleepy, unlike some other antihistamines.

How Clarinex works in the body

Desloratadine is an antihistamine that works by blocking histamine from binding to certain receptors in the body. This action stops the negative symptoms caused by histamine, like congestion and watery eyes.

When to interrupt dosage

The measure of Clarinex relies upon the diagnosed situation, including Hay Fever, Nasal Congestion and non-nasal symptoms. The amount of dosage fluctuates as per the method of delivery (e.g. Oral or Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral) specified in the table beneath.

Condition

Dosage

Administration

Catarrh

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

Chronic Urticaria

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

Asthma

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

nasal symptoms

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

Hay Fever

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

Nasal Congestion

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

Rhinitis, Allergic

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

non-nasal symptoms

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

antihistamine

, 5.0 mg, 2.5 mg, 0.5 mg/mL

Tablet, film coated - Oral, , Tablet, film coated, Oral, Tablet, extended release - Oral, Solution - Oral, Solution, Tablet, extended release, Tablet, Tablet - Oral, Tablet, orally disintegrating, Tablet, orally disintegrating - Oral, Tablet, multilayer, extended release, Tablet, multilayer, extended release - Oral, Tablet, film coated, extended release, Tablet, film coated, extended release - Oral, Syrup - Oral, Syrup, Kit - Topical, Kit, Topical

Warnings

Clarinex Contraindications

Condition

Risk Level

Notes

Pulse Frequency

Do Not Combine

There are 20 known major drug interactions with Clarinex.

Common Clarinex Drug Interactions

Drug Name

Risk Level

Description

Amiodarone

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Desloratadine is combined with Amiodarone.

Anagrelide

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Desloratadine is combined with Anagrelide.

Arsenic trioxide

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Desloratadine is combined with Arsenic trioxide.

Artemether

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Desloratadine is combined with Artemether.

Asenapine

Major

The risk or severity of QTc prolongation can be increased when Desloratadine is combined with Asenapine.

Clarinex Toxicity & Overdose Risk

Desloratadine overdose can lead to drowsiness. Treatment involves removing the drug that was not absorbed and providing supportive care. In experiments on animals, doses of 250mg/kg in rats or 353mg/kg in mice were fatal, which would be 120-290 times the recommended dose for humans. No deaths were reported in monkeys at doses of up to 250mg/kg, which is 810 times the recommended dose for humans.

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Clarinex Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Clarinex?

153 active studies are presently investigating the potential of Clarinex to provide relief from Asthma, Catarrh and Hay Fever.

Condition

Clinical Trials

Trial Phases

Asthma

87 Actively Recruiting

Phase 1, Phase 4, Early Phase 1, Not Applicable, Phase 2, Phase 3

antihistamine

0 Actively Recruiting

Catarrh

0 Actively Recruiting

nasal symptoms

0 Actively Recruiting

Nasal Congestion

0 Actively Recruiting

Hay Fever

0 Actively Recruiting

Chronic Urticaria

0 Actively Recruiting

non-nasal symptoms

0 Actively Recruiting

Rhinitis, Allergic

0 Actively Recruiting

Clarinex Reviews: What are patients saying about Clarinex?

5

Patient Review

5/18/2009

Clarinex for Seasonal Runny Nose

I'm really glad we found this medication, it's been effective in preventing my daughter's coughing spells. The only downside is that it dries her nose out, but we've just been giving it to her at bedtime and so far it hasn't been a problem.

5

Patient Review

6/4/2009

Clarinex for Persistent Hives of Unknown Cause

I'm so grateful for this medication! I had to take two days off of work because my allergies were so bad, but this cleared me up within 5 minutes.

5

Patient Review

4/30/2009

Clarinex for Non-Seasonal Allergic Runny Nose

Unfortunately, this medication had the opposite of the intended effect on me. My nose ran constantly after taking it, rather than stopping a runny nose from a cold. I won't be taking any more of these pills.

5

Patient Review

2/5/2014

Clarinex for Seasonal Runny Nose

Clarinex has been a life-saver for me during allergy season. It's the only medication that has worked for me, and I've tried several other brands over the years. If you're struggling with pollen allergies, I highly recommend giving Clarinex a try.

5

Patient Review

6/29/2009

Clarinex for Seasonal Runny Nose

We tried this for ten days on a sample we got from the pediatric allergist. We had ten uninerrupted nights' sleep and good reports at school. When we ran out of Clarinex we went to Zyrtec as recommended and the difference was like night and day, Clarinex works, period.

5

Patient Review

5/4/2010

Clarinex for Inflammation of the Nose due to an Allergy

I was on Allegra for years and it wasn't working anymore. I used this in combination with my nasal spray and it works well--no side effects.

5

Patient Review

12/10/2013

Clarinex for Inflammation of the Nose due to an Allergy

I've only just started taking this medication, but it seems to be working just as well as Claritin did for me.

4.7

Patient Review

4/28/2010

Clarinex for Persistent Hives of Unknown Cause

This medication really helped with my runny nose without making me feel drowsy or exhausted. I haven't experienced many negative side effects, if any at all. Additionally, I believe it works better than other similar medications on the market.

3.7

Patient Review

8/2/2009

Clarinex for Inflammation of the Nose due to an Allergy

Clarinex is the only medication that has been effective for me in treating my hives. I've tried a lot of other treatments and nothing has worked as well as this one.

3

Patient Review

2/2/2012

Clarinex for Inflammation of the Nose due to an Allergy

I've suffered from incessant itching for a long time, and it was really getting unbearable. Thankfully, I found some relief in taking clarinex (desloratadine). It's not perfect, but it's helped me immensely.
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Patient Q&A Section about clarinex

These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.

Is Clarinex and Zyrtec the same?

"Clarinex (desloratadine) is a good choice for those who want to take an allergy medication once a day. It is less likely to cause drowsiness than other options, but you need a prescription. It is effective in relieving congestion and other allergy symptoms. Zyrtec D (cetirizine / pseudoephedrine) is another option that relieves allergies and congestion without causing drowsiness."

Answered by AI

What is Clarinex prescribed for?

"Desloratadine is an antihistamine that is used to relieve various allergy symptoms. These symptoms include watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, and itching. Desloratadine works by blocking histamine, which is a natural substance that your body creates during an allergic reaction."

Answered by AI

Are Claritin and Clarinex the same?

"The FDA originally approved loratadine, which was marketed as Claritin, in 1993. In 2002, the FDA approved desloratadine, which was marketed as Clarinex.

Are Claritin and Clarinex majorly different?

Claritin is loratadine and Clarinex is desloratadine. Loratadine is metabolized in the liver to produce desloratadine. The FDA originally approved loratadine, which was marketed as Claritin, in 1993. In 2002, the FDA approved desloratadine, which was marketed as Clarinex."

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Clinical Trials for Clarinex

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Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment for Asthma

18 - 60
All Sexes
Mayfield Heights, OH

Asthma is a common respiratory condition that can be difficult to control despite the use of medications such as inhalers, oral steroids or even injectable medications. Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) is a hands-on technique used to improve the chest structure and function and may help in improving breathing. Previous research showed that OMT in asthma patients, can improve the movement of the ribs and improve the "peak flow" which is the maximum rate at which a person can exhale air after taking a deep breath. However, no studies have evaluated the impact of OMT on lung inflammation. This single-site research study at University Hospitals aims to evaluate whether Osteopathic Manipulative Treatment (OMT) can reduce lung inflammation and improve breathing and lung function in adult patients with asthma. The lung function will be evaluated by Spirometry which is a test that measures how much air you can breathe in and out of your lungs, as well as how quickly and easily you can exhale air. The lung inflammation will be measured using a device that can detect how much you are breathing out Nitric Oxide which is a gas produced by inflamed cells in the lungs, this test is called: Fractional exhaled Nitric Oxide or FeNO. Approximately 100 participants will be enrolled.

Waitlist Available
Has No Placebo

Allergy Immunology Associates

Nancy Wasserbauer-Kingston, DO

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Inhaled Corticosteroids + Azithromycin for Asthma

13 - 75
All Sexes
Aurora, CO

While asthma therapy is becoming more individualized based on asthma phenotypes, more research is needed to tailor newer therapies to individuals. Inhaled corticosteroid (ICS) medications are the foundation of care for all individuals with persistent asthma. But ICS use is not without possible long term side effects. This study will compare two currently available approaches to reduce AEX in primary care patients: (1) use of inhaled corticosteroids (ICS) as part of rescue therapy, also known as MART (Maintenance And Reliever Therapy) or PARTICS (Patient Activated Reliever Trigger Inhaled Corticosteriods) therapy - either of these therapies will be called Rescue-Inhaled Corticosteroids or R-ICS pronounced "Ricks," and (2) use of azithromycin (AZ) as a preventive therapy. These treatments will be studied both individually and in combination.

Phase 4
Recruiting

DARTNet Institute (+12 Sites)

Wilson D Pace, MD, FAAFP

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PF-07275315 for Asthma

18 - 70
All Sexes
Mobile, AL

The purpose of this clinical trial is to learn about the safety and effects of the study medicine (called PF-07275315) for the potential treatment of moderate-to-severe asthma. Asthma is a condition that makes it challenging to breathe, which negatively impacts the quality of life and functioning of people who are affected. This study is seeking participants who: * Are 18 to 70 years old * Have had moderate-to-severe asthma for at least 12 months that is not well controlled * Have been taking their regular maintenance treatment(s) for asthma over the last 12 months All participants will receive PF-07275315 or a placebo. A placebo does not have any medicine in it but looks just like the medicine being studied. PF-07275315 or placebo will be given as multiple shots in the clinic over the course of 12 weeks. We will compare the experiences of people receiving PF-07275315 to those of the people who do not. This will help us determine if PF-07275315 is safe and effective. Participants will be involved in this study for about 9.5 months. During this time, they will have 10 visits at the study clinic.

Phase 2
Recruiting

Velocity Clinical Research, Mobile (+10 Sites)

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Pfizer

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Corticosteroids for Asthma

18+
All Sexes
Hamilton, Canada

Most individuals with asthma can effectively manage their symptoms and maintain normal lung function using inhaled medications, unfortunately, there is a subset of asthma sufferers whose symptoms, lung function, and risk of asthma attacks remain unimproved despite conventional inhaled medications. There could be several reasons for this. One possibility is that inhaled medications fail to reach the intended areas within the lungs, due to structural abnormalities within the airways themselves. Much like road conditions or closures can impede the speed and efficiency of vehicle travel, factors such as airway narrowing or mucus blockages, which are common in asthma, can obstruct the passage of inhaled medications through the airways. Our team has now optimized advanced medical imaging techniques, including magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT), required to investigate this. This study will use these imaging methods to visually assess and measure individual patients' airways and determine whether abnormal airway structures impact how well they respond to inhaled and orally delivered medications. We anticipate finding that abnormal airway structures make inhaled medications less effective, but that they do not affect the response to oral medications.

Phase 4
Recruiting

St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton (+1 Sites)

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