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What Causes Dizziness While On Claritin?

My son takes three medications for seizures. He was seen by a doctor. Had some wax in ears (was cleaned out) and prescribed Claritin. Starting walking with dizziness. Think I am going to stop giving him the Claritin. Goes back to doctor Monday.
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Mon, 5 Feb 2018
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I am Dr Mittal.
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Claritin contains Loratadine. You will need to know that there are side effects of this medicine and drowsiness is a common side effect of this medicine. And in case of drowsiness, it is not necessary to stop the medicine.

The other possible side effect is dizziness or feeling light headed. In this case it is better to stop the medicine and contact your doctor for a change of medication.

So yes, if it is dizziness and not drowsiness, the medicine should be stopped and the doctor contacted for a change of medicine.

Best wishes, Dr Mittal
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What Causes Dizziness While On Claritin?

Hello. I am Dr Mittal. I have read your message. I think i can help you. Claritin contains Loratadine. You will need to know that there are side effects of this medicine and drowsiness is a common side effect of this medicine. And in case of drowsiness, it is not necessary to stop the medicine. The other possible side effect is dizziness or feeling light headed. In this case it is better to stop the medicine and contact your doctor for a change of medication. So yes, if it is dizziness and not drowsiness, the medicine should be stopped and the doctor contacted for a change of medicine. Best wishes, Dr Mittal