Loratadine Tablets

Product Description

Loratadine Tablets contain the active ingredient loratadine, an antihistamine that works by blocking the effects of histamine, a substance produced by the body during allergic reactions. These tablets are used to relieve symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis, such as sneezing, runny nose, nasal itching, and eye irritation (burning, itching, and watering), whether seasonal (hay fever) or year-round (perennial allergic rhinitis). Loratadine is also effective in treating chronic idiopathic urticaria, commonly known as hives or nettle rash, which causes itching and redness. If your symptoms do not improve or worsen after 7 days, you should consult a doctor.

How to Use

Adults and children over 6 years of age with a body weight greater than 30 kg: Take 1 tablet 1 time daily with a glass of water, with or without food.

Children who weigh 30 kg or less: Do not give Loratadine 10 mg tablets. There are other presentations more appropriate for children under 6 years of age who weigh 30 kg or less.

Children aged less than 2 years of age: Not recommended for children under 2 years old.

Possible Side Effects

The most commonly reported side effects in adults and children over 12 years are:

• drowsiness
• headache
• increased appetite
• difficulty sleeping.

The most commonly reported side effects in children aged from 6 to 12 years are:

• headache
• nervousness
• tiredness.

Storage Information

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and foil after 'EXP'. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.

Store in the original package.

Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.

Click here to read the patient information leaflet for Loratadine

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