Claritine™ 10 mg tablets “Loratadine”*

Claritine™ 10 mg tablets “Loratadine”*
Each tablet contains the active ingredient 10 mg of Loratadine; which belongs to a group of medicines called “antihistamines.1
DOSING:1
Adults and children 6 years of age and older with a body weight greater than 30 kg:
Take one tablet once daily with a glass of water, with or without food.
Body weight of 30 kg or less:
Do not give ClaritineTM Tablets. There are other formulations (syrup) more suitable for children younger than 6 years or who weigh 30 kg or less.
Children under 2 years of age:
ClaritineTM is not recommended for children younger than 2 years old.
Adults and children with severe liver problems:
Adults and children who weigh more than 30 kg
Take one tablet once every other day with a glass of water, with or without food. However, you should talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking this medicine.
SYMPTOM RELIEF (INDICATIONS):1
- ClaritineTM relieves symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis (for example, hay fever), such as sneezing, runny or itchy nose, & burning or itchy eyes.
- ClaritineTM may also be used to help relieve symptoms of urticaria (itching, redness and number and size of hives).
- The effect of ClaritineTM will last a whole day (24 hours) & should help you to continue your normal daily activities & sleep.
CAUTION1
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in the leaflet. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine. As a precautionary measure, it is preferable to avoid the use of Claritine during pregnancy.
References:
- Claritine 10 mg tablets Ministry of Health approved package leaflet 2/10/2018.