Loratadine is an antihistamine used for treatment of allergies. Its main distinguishing characteristic is that it is nonsedating, because the molecule minimally penetrates the barrier separating the brain from the bloodstream.
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Loratadine (No more stuffy head)
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Posted on: November 17, 2008 7:53 PM, by Molecule of the Day
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Posted by: Arikia | November 18, 2008 11:30 AM