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Loratadine (Claritin): Side Effects and Interactions

Loratadine (Claritin): Side Effects and Interactions

Loratadine (Claritin®) is an over-the-counter medicine used to relieve allergy symptoms. It is typically well-tolerated with minimal side effects such as headache and minor drowsiness, but generally doesn’t cause significant tiredness. There are minimal drug interactions associated with loratadine. Loratadine is typically safe to use during pregnancy and lactation.


Uses and Side Effects of Losartan

Uses and Side Effects of Losartan

Losartan (Cozaar) is a common medication used to lower blood pressure. It is typically well-tolerated and doesn’t interact with many drugs, foods, or supplements. Losartan may cause side effects, including fatigue, dizziness, and fainting. It is not safe to use during pregnancy, and can have dangerous effects if excessive amounts are consumed. 


Trazodone: Side Effects, Interactions, and Overdose

Trazodone: Side Effects, Interactions, and Overdose

Trazodone is a prescription oral selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor used for treatment of major depressive disorder and other conditions including anxiety and sleep disorders. Common trazodone brands names include Desyrel and Desyrel Dividose.  Trazodone interacts with certain medications and alcohol and should be taken only as prescribed.



Risks and Side Effects of Perindopril

Risks and Side Effects of Perindopril

Perindopril is a medication used to treat heart conditions such as high blood pressure. It is part of a commonly prescribed class of drugs called ACE inhibitors. These drugs are generally well tolerated but have been associated with drug-induced cough and a potentially serious adverse reaction called angioedema.



Pets, Kids, and Ice Melt Products

Pets, Kids, and Ice Melt Products

Ice-melting chemicals commonly contain sodium chloride or rock salt, calcium chloride, potassium chloride, magnesium chloride, and/or urea, also known as carbonyl diamide. If swallowed, they can be irritating and cause stomach distress. On the skin or paws, they can cause irritation and dryness.


Benadryl: Side Effects, Interactions, and Overdose

Benadryl: Side Effects, Interactions, and Overdose

Benadryl (diphenhydramine) is an antihistamine used mostly to treat seasonal allergies. In overdose, diphenhydramine can cause excessive sleepiness, confusion, hallucinations, fast heartbeat, seizures, and coma. Take Benadryl as directed by a pharmacist or physician to avoid unwanted side effects.


Benefits and Side Effects of Indapamide

Benefits and Side Effects of Indapamide

Indapamide is a medication for high blood pressure that appears to be better than many other drugs at controlling high blood pressure while lowering the risk of heart failure. However, indapamide can sometimes cause patients to become dehydrated and lose potassium. Adverse effects can last for several days after the drug is taken.


Grapefruit and Medicines: Can They Mix?

Grapefruit and Medicines: Can They Mix?

At least 85 drugs are known or thought to interact with grapefruit. Grapefruit products can cause those drugs to stay in your system much longer than usual. The effects are like a drug overdose. They can include dangerous heart rhythms, kidney damage, muscle damage, respiratory depression, and bleeding from the stomach or intestines.


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