After the patient has paid the part B deductible ($135 for 2008), the pharmacy accepting assignment can only collect the coinsurance (usually 20% of the approved amount).1 Pharmacies that make this decision are known as participating suppliers.
Loratadine, sold under the brand name Claritin among others, is a medication used to treat allergies. This includes allergic rhinitis (hay fever) and hives. It is also available in combination with pseudoephedrine, a decongestant, known as loratadine/pseudoephedrine. It is taken by mouth. Common side effects include sleepiness, dry mouth, and headache. Serious side effects are rare and include allergic reactions, seizures, and liver problems.
USES: This medication is an antihistamine that treats symptoms such as itching, runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing from  hay fever  and other allergies. It is also used to relieve itching from hives. Loratadine does not prevent hives or prevent/treat a serious allergic reaction (e.g., anaphylaxis).