Claritin DGeneric Name:loratadine Other Brand Names: Claritin Revised:4/1/2000 
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Antihistamines should be avoided for several days before allergy skin testing, as they could interfere with the results.
People with liver problems should get a reduced dose of Claritin, as they process it less efficiently.
Recent animal research suggests that Claritin and other antihistamines may promote tumor growth. We hope that further research will clarify this risk.
People with cancer or at high risk of cancer should discuss this animal data with their physicians.
Claritin-D is not appropriate for people with narrow-angle glaucoma or urinary retention. It should not be taken by anyone on Eldepryl, Nardil, Parnate, or any other MAO inhibitor.
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