loratadine

lor·at·a·dine

noun

A nonsedating antihistamine, C₂₂H₂₃ClN₂O₂, used to treat allergic rhinitis and other allergic disorders.

Origin of loratadine

(ch)lor(o)- (az)atadine antihistamine from which it is derived (probably alteration of azo- ) ( (hep)ta- ) ( -(i)d(e) ) ( -ine ²)

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loratadine - Medical Definition

A nonsedating antihistamine, C₂₂H₂₃ClN₂O₂, used to treat allergic rhinitis and other allergic disorders.

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