Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects known to be associated with loratadine. Just because a side effect is stated here doesn't mean that all people taking loratadine will experience that or any side effect. Children and elderly people tend to be more susceptible to the side effects of antihistamines.
Common side effects
- Headache in children.
- Nervousness in children.
- Tiredness in children.
- Sleepiness in adults and adolescents.
Uncommon side effects
- Headache in adults and adolescents.
- Increased appetite in adults and adolescents.
- Difficulty sleeping in adults and adolescents.
Very rare side effects
- Awareness of your heartbeat (palpitations).
- Fast heart beat.
- Feeling sick.
- Dry mouth.
- Stomach inflammation (gastritis).
- Abnormal liver function.
- Hair loss.
Read more about loratadine
- What is loratadine used for and how does it work?
- What should I know before taking loratadine?
- How do you take loratadine?
Last updated: 12.08.2019