Loratadine is an antihistamine that is sold under the brand name of Claritin. This medication is used to treat hay fever and allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itching and watery eyes.
Epiglottis. The epiglottis is a flap of soft cartilage, covered by a mucous membrane. It is attached to the back of the tongue and acts as a valve during swallowing to prevent food and liquid from entering the lungs. This valve closes when we swallow food, liquid, even saliva, without us having to think about doing so.In other words, it is an unconscious action.t is attached to the back of the tongue and acts as a valve during swallowing to prevent food and liquid from entering the lungs. This valve closes when we swallow food, liquid, even saliva, without us having to think about doing so.
Experienced User. There is a flap in your throat that closes off access to your lungs when you swallow preventing food and fluid from going into your lungs. Maybe that is what you are feeling.xperienced User. There is a flap in your throat that closes off access to your lungs when you swallow preventing food and fluid from going into your lungs. Maybe that is what you are feeling.