Synonyms
Claritin
Alavert
Loratidine
Description
Loratadine is a second generation antihistamine used to manage symptoms of allergic rhinitis. A lack of sedative and CNS adverse effects make loratadine, along with other second generation antihistamines, preferable over their 1st generation counterparts in many clinical situations.
Molecular Formula
C22H23ClN2O2
SMILES
CCOC(=O)N1CCC(=C2C3=C(CCC4=C2N=CC=C4)C=C(C=C3)Cl)CC1
Appearance
White or off-white crystalline powder
Boiling Point
531.3±50.0℃ at 760 mmHg
Density, g/cm3
1.261±0.06