FDA label
What is desloratadine used for?
The FDA-approved uses of desloratadine, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label for desloratadine (tablet, film coated) lists 2 uses: Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis; Perennial Allergic Rhinitis.
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Desloratadine, tablet, film coated
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Lupin Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (ANDA078352). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
Desloratadine tablets are indicated for the relief of the nasal and non-nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in patients 12 years of age and older.
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
Desloratadine tablets are indicated for the relief of the nasal and non-nasal symptoms of perennial allergic rhinitis in patients 12 years of age and older.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 2a90b899-7746-43dc-ac8a-e754428eb30c, version 17, effective June 30, 2026. NDC 68180-153, one of 6 listings for this product.
Desloratadine, tablet
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Morepen Bio Inc. (ANDA078355). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
Desloratadine Tablets are indicated for the relief of the nasal and non-nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in patients 12 years of age and older.
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
Desloratadine Tablets are indicated for the relief of the nasal and non-nasal symptoms of perennial allergic rhinitis in patients 12 years of age and older.
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Desloratadine Tablets are indicated for the symptomatic relief of pruritus, reduction in the number of hives, and size of hives, in patients with chronic idiopathic urticaria 12 years of age and older.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 21174c0f-9204-4c75-b6e6-2f9ada5b535d, version 1, effective August 26, 2026. NDC 87717-001, one of 4 listings for this product.
Desloratadine, tablet, orally disintegrating
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited (ANDA078367). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
Desloratadine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the relief of the nasal and non-nasal symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in patients 2 years of age and older.
Perennial Allergic Rhinitis
Desloratadine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the relief of the nasal and non-nasal symptoms of perennial allergic rhinitis in patients 6 months of age and older.
Chronic Idiopathic Urticaria
Desloratadine orally disintegrating tablets are indicated for the symptomatic relief of pruritus, reduction in the number of hives, and size of hives, in patients with chronic idiopathic urticaria 6 months of age and older.
Source: DailyMed label, set id e5d1f465-e436-b4fd-d351-07a7b2acb440, version 10, effective February 28, 2024. NDC 55111-360, one of 2 listings for this product.
Questions
What is desloratadine used for?
The FDA label for desloratadine (tablet, film coated) lists 2 uses: Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis; Perennial Allergic Rhinitis.
What drug class is desloratadine?
FDA lists desloratadine in the Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist established pharmacologic class.
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.