Common Questions about Desloratadine

How quickly does desloratadine work?

Desloratadine usually starts working within 1-2 hours and reaches peak effect in 3 hours. This medicine has a half-life of 27 hours, and its effects last for 24 hours. Therefore, you only need to take it once a day to manage nasal and non-nasal symptoms of allergic rhinitis (hay fever).

What is the best time of day to take desloratadine?

Studies indicate that evening dosing of desloratadine may be more effective in controlling allergy symptoms compared to morning dosing.

Can I take desloratadine 2 times a day?

The recommended dose of desloratadine is 5 mg once a day. Do not take this antihistamine twice a day unless your doctor tells you to.

Can you take desloratadine only when needed?

You can take desloratadine as needed to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis (hay fever). However, you may need to take it every day on a regular dosing schedule to treat perennial allergic rhinitis (year-round allergies).

What’s the difference between loratadine and desloratadine?

Loratadine (Claritin) and desloratadine (Clarinex) are both second-generation antihistamines. They are both used to treat allergic rhinitis. However, loratadine (Claritin) is available over-the-counter while desloratadine (Clarinex) is available by prescription only.

What is the price of desloratadine without insurance?

Without insurance, desloratadine can be as high as $142.95, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $17.23 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of desloratadine with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on desloratadine—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for desloratadine. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.