Wilko One A Day Hayfever And Allergy Relief 10 Mgtablets
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER
Health essentials" One A Day Allergy Relief 10mg Tablets
(Loratadine)
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine, referred to as One A Day Allergy Tablets because it contains important information for you.
Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse has told you.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
• If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.
• You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better, if you feel worse or if your symptoms change. See section 4
What is in this leaflet:
1. What One A Day Allergy Tablets are and what they are used for
2. What you need to know before you take One A Day Allergy Tablets
3. How to take One A Day Allergy Tablets
4. Possible side affects
5. How to store One A Day Allergy tablets
6. Contents of the pack and other Information
1) WHAT ONE A DAY ALLERGY TABLETS ARE AND WHAT ARE THEY USED FOR
What One A Day Allergy Tablets are:
One A Day Allergy Tablets contain the active substance loratadine which belongs to a class of medicines called "antihistamines''.
How One A Day Allergy Tablets work:
One A Day Allergy Tablets help to reduce your allergy symptoms by stopping the effects of a substance called "histamine'; which is produced in the body when you are allergic to something.
When One A Day Allergy Tablets should be taken:
One A Day Allergy Tablets relieve symptoms associated with allergic rhinitis (for example, hayfever) such as sneezing, runny or itchy nose and burning or itchy eyes in adults and children over the age of 2 years who weigh more than 30kg.
One A Day Allergy Tablets may also be used to relieve symptoms of urticaria (itching and redness) which is often known as hives or nettle rash.
The effect of One A Day Allergy Tablets will last a whole day and should help you to continue your normal daily activities and sleep.
You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse.
2) WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU TAKE ONE A DAY ALLERGY TABLETS
Do not take One A Day Allergy Tablets if :
• you are allergic (hypersensitive) to loratadine or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).
• you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking One A Day Allergy Tablets if:
• you have liver disease
• you are scheduled to have any skin tests for allergies. Do not take One A Day Allergy Tablets for two days before having these tests. This is because it may affect the test results.
If any of the above apply to you (or you are not sure), talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse before taking One A Day Allergy Tablets.
Children
Do not give One A Day Allergy Tablets to children younger than 2 years old or to children 2 to 12 years old who weigh less than 30kg. There are other formulations more suitable for children 2 to 12 years old who weigh less than 30kg.
Other medicines and One A Day Allergy Tablets
Tell your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are taking, have recently taken or might take any other medicines. This includes medicines taken without a prescription.
One A Day Allergy Tablets with alcohol
One A Day Allergy Tablets have not been shown to add to the effects of an alcoholic drink. Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Do not take One A Day Allergy Tablets if you are pregnant.
Do not take One A Day Allergy Tablets if you are breast-feeding. Loratadine is excreted in breast milk.
Driving and using machines
At the recommended dose, One A Day Allergy Tablets are not expected to cause you to be drowsy or less alert. However, very rarely some people experience drowsiness, which may affect their ability to drive or use machines.
One A Day Allergy Tablets contain lactose
This medicinal product contains lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.
3) HOW TO TAKE ONE A DAY ALLERGY TABLETS
If you have severe liver problems your doctor or pharmacist may advise you to take the recommended amount every other day. If this applies to you, follow their instructions.
The tablet should be swallowed whole with a drink of water.
If you have taken more One A Day Allergy Tablets than you should
If you take more One A Day Allergy Tablets than you should, talk to your doctor or pharmacist straight away. No serious problems are expected however, you may get a headache, have a rapid heartbeat or feel sleepy.
If you forget to take One A Day Allergy Tablets
If you forget to take your dose, take it as soon as you remember, then continue to take it as usual.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.
If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
4) POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. Serious side effects
Stop taking One A Day Allergy Tablets and talk to a doctor straight away, if you notice the following:
• severe allergic reaction
This is a very rare side effect (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people).
Other side effects
The side effects reported in adults and children over 12 years of age are:
Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people)
• drowsiness
Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people)
• headache
• increased appetite
• difficulty sleeping
The commonly (may affect up to 1 in 10 people) reported side effects in children aged 2 to 12 years are:
• headache
• nervousness
• tiredness
The following very rare side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people) have also been seen during the marketing of loratadine:
• dizziness
•• fit (convulsion)
• rapid heartbeat, palpitations (awareness of heat beat/racing)
• nausea (feeling sick)
• dry mouth
• irritation of the stomach lining (gastritis)
• liver problems
• hair loss
• rash
• tiredness
Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at: www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
5) HOW TO STORE ONE A DAY ALLERGY TABLETS
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 blister after Exp. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.
Store in the original package.
Do not throw away any medicines via waste water or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to throw away medicines you no longer use. These measures will help protect the environment.
6) CONTENTS OF THE PACK AND OTHER INFORMATION What One A Day Allergy Tablets contain:
The active substance is loratadine. Each tablet contains 10mg of loratadine.
The other ingredients are lactose monohydrate, maize starch and magnesium stearate.
What One A Day Allergy Tablets look like and contents of the pack
One A Day Allergy Tablets are white to off-white, round tablets debossed with 'R' on one side and '10' on the other.
One A Day Allergy Tablets are available in pack sizes of 7, 14 or 30 tablets.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor, pharmacist or nurse has told you. Check with your doctor, pharmacist or nurse if you are not sure.
Giving this medicine to children
Loratadine syrup may be preferable for children. It is important to know how much your child weighs to make sure that you give the correct amount of medicine. For example, a 9 year old child weighs about 30kg (4st 7lb). If in doubt weigh your child and then follow the instructions in the table.
Marketing Authorisation Holder and Manufacturer
Marketing Authorisation Holder:
Ranbaxy (UK) Limited,
Building 4, Chiswick Park,
566 Chiswick High Road,
London,
W4 5YE,
U.K.
PL 14894/0207
Do not give to children under 2 years or who weigh 30 kg (4st 7lb) or less.
How much to take:
|
Age |
How much to take |
How often to take |
|
Adults and children over 12 years |
1 x tablet |
Once daily |
|
Children of 2 to 12 years who weigh more than 30kg (4st 7lb) |
1 x tablet |
Once daily |
Manufacturer:
Ranbaxy Ireland Limited,
Spafield, Cork Road, Cashel,
Co-Tipperary,
Republic of Ireland.
This leaflet was last revised January 2015.