Clarityn Allergy 1mg/ml Syrup contains the antihistamine loratadine and is used for the symptomatic treatment of allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria (long-lasting hives) in adults and children over 2 years. Sugar-free, mixed berry flavour, sold by Ways Pharmacy (UK).
Key facts
| Active ingredient | Loratadine 1mg/ml (5mg in each 5ml) |
|---|---|
| Format | Sugar-free syrup, mixed berry flavour, supplied with a measuring cup |
| Use | Symptomatic treatment of allergic rhinitis and chronic idiopathic urticaria |
| Age | Adults and children over 2 years. Not for children under 2. |
| Dose | Children 2–12 years weighing 30kg or less: 5ml once a day. Children 2–12 years over 30kg, and adults and children over 12: 10ml once a day. |
| Severe liver problems | A starting dose of 10ml every other day may be advised for adults and children over 30kg. Follow your doctor’s or pharmacist’s instructions. |
| After opening | Use within 1 month |
| Pack | 60ml bottle |
Who it is for
- Adults and children over 2 with hay fever or year-round allergic rhinitis: sneezing, runny nose and itchy, watery eyes.
- People with chronic idiopathic urticaria who need once-daily relief of itching and hives.
- Families who prefer a sugar-free liquid to a tablet for a younger child.
Not suitable for: Anyone allergic to loratadine or to any of the other ingredients, and children under 2 years. It is not recommended while breastfeeding, and as a precaution it is preferable to avoid it in pregnancy. Speak to a doctor or pharmacist first if you have severe liver problems, or if you have been told you have an intolerance to some sugars, as the syrup contains maltitol and sorbitol.
How to use
- Read the label and Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) before use.
- Check your child’s weight, as the dose for children aged 2 to 12 depends on whether they weigh more or less than 30kg.
- Children 2–12 years weighing 30kg or less: 5ml once a day, using the measuring cup supplied.
- Children 2–12 years weighing more than 30kg, and adults and children over 12 years: 10ml once a day.
- Do not give to children under 2 years and do not exceed the stated dose.
- Close the bottle after use, keep it in its original container and use the syrup within 1 month of opening.
Frequently asked questions
How much syrup should I give my child?
For children aged 2 to 12, the dose depends on weight: 5ml once a day if they weigh 30kg or less, and 10ml once a day if they weigh more than 30kg. Adults and children over 12 take 10ml once a day.
Will it make me drowsy?
Loratadine is a non-sedating antihistamine. In clinical studies, drowsiness was reported by about 1.2% of adults taking it.
Can it be given to a child under 2?
No. It is licensed for adults and children over 2 years only.
Can I take it in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?
It is not recommended while breastfeeding, because loratadine passes into breast milk. In pregnancy it is preferable to avoid it as a precaution, so speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
How long does the bottle last once opened?
Use the syrup within 1 month of first opening. Keep it in the original container, protected from light, and do not freeze.
What are the most common side effects?
In adults, drowsiness, headache and increased appetite. In children, headache, nervousness and tiredness. See the PIL for the full list.
Safety and storage
- Do not exceed the stated dose.
- Store at room temperature, protected from light, and keep the bottle in its original container. Do not freeze.
- Use within 1 month of first opening.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Read the PIL. Report suspected side effects through the MHRA Yellow Card scheme.
This is a medicine. Always read the label and the Patient Information Leaflet before use. If symptoms persist, speak to a pharmacist or doctor.
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