Claritin non-sedating hayfever tablets

Anti-allergy tablets to relieve symptoms of hayfever, including sneezing, itching, nasal discharge, watery eyes, itching eyes and burning of the eyes.

Active Ingredient: loratadine 10mg.

Classification: Pharmacy Only Medicine.

Purpose/Usage: Claritin (Claratyne) is indicated for the relief of symptoms associated with perennial and seasonal rhinitis (hayfever), such as sneezing, itching, nasal discharge, watery eyes, itching eyes and burning of the eyes. Claritin may also be used to relieve symptoms associated with a skin condition called urticaria; these symptoms include itching, redness and lumps on the skin called hives. There is no evidence that loratadine is addictive.

Dosage:
Adults and children over 12 years: One tablet daily.
Children 2-12 years over 30kg: One tablet daily.
Children 2-12 years under 30kg: Half a tablet daily.

Warnings: Do not exceed the recommended daily dose. Safety in children under 2 years of age or during pregnancy or lactation has not been established. Rare occurrence of headaches, stomach upset, drowsiness, and dry mouth. Although this medicine is unlikely to affect the ability to drive or operate machinery, care should be taken and if any drowsiness occurs then avoid driving and operating machinery. If you have liver disease check with your doctor or pharmacist before commencing treatment. Please read the enclosed leaflet.