Loratadine and pseudoephedrine and Rifaximin

• Generic Name: loratadine / pseudoephedrine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Alavert D-12, Claritin-D 12 Hour, Claritin-D 24 Hour, 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

Loratadine and pseudoephedrine is a combination medicine used to treat sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, sinus pain, itchy or watery eyes or nose, and other symptoms of allergies and the common cold.

Loratadine and pseudoephedrine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: rifaximin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Xifaxan

Rifaximin is used to treat travelers' diarrhea caused by Escherichia coli (E. coli) in adults and children who are at least 12 years old. Most people get this infection by eating food or drinking fluids that have been contaminated with the E. coli bacteria.

Rifaximin is also used to treat irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) in adults whose main symptom is diarrhea.

Rifaximin is also used to lower the risk of a decline in brain function in adults with liver failure. Brain function can be affected when the liver stops working and cannot remove toxic substances from the body.

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