Is Claritin Good for Chemo Patients

Neulasta helps the body make more white blood cells by stimulating the immune system, which also creates histamines. So your doctor also may recommend an antihistamine such as Claritin (chemical name: loratadine) – NOT Claritin-D – to ease bone pain caused by Neulasta.

Why do chemo patients take Claritin?

The reason why Claritin (loratadine) is taken with Neulasta (pegfilgrastim) is to reduce bone pain, which is a very common side effect of Neulasta.

Can a cancer patient take Benadryl?

Diphenhydramine hydrochloride is sometimes given before certain cancer treatments to prevent an allergic reaction. You may hear it, and other medications, referred to as “pre-medications” or “pre-meds.” These are given, either by mouth or IV, about 30 minutes to 1 hour before your cancer treatment.