Claritin-D and Eszopiclone

• Generic Name: loratadine / pseudoephedrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Claritin-D 12 Hour, Claritin-D 24 Hour, Alavert D-12, Leader Allergy Relief D-24, Loratadine-D 12 Hour, Loratadine-D 24 Hour, Clear-Atadine-D, Wal-itin D 24 Hour, Allergy & Congestion Relief, Wal-itin D, Allergy Relief-D 24 Hour, Allergy Relief & Nasal Decongestant

Claritin-D contains a combination of loratadine and pseudoephedrine. Loratadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

The pseudoephedrine in Claritin-D is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose).

Claritin-D is used to treat sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, itchy or watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.

• Generic Name: eszopiclone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Lunesta

Eszopiclone is a sedative that is used to treat insomnia. eszopiclone causes relaxation to help you fall asleep and stay asleep.

Eszopiclone may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.