Description:

Brown & Burk Once-A-Day Hayfever & Allergy 10mg Tablets is a non-drowsy antihistamine medication containing loratadine. It provides 24-hour relief from symptoms of allergic rhinitis (including hayfever and perennial allergies) such as sneezing, runny/itchy/blocked nose, itchy/watery/red eyes, and chronic idiopathic urticaria (hives/itchy skin rashes). It blocks histamine H1 receptors to reduce allergic responses without significant sedation, making it suitable for daily use in adults and children over 2 years (with appropriate dosing).

Prescription:

• No

Therapeutic Category:

• Antihistamine / H1-Receptor Antagonist (non-sedating, second-generation)

Active Ingredients/Composition:

• Loratadine 10 mg per tablet.

Variant:

• Standard 10 mg film-coated tablet (white/off-white, round or oval, often unmarked or with simple debossing; available in packs of 7, 14, or 30 tablets). No major sub-variants for this specific product (distinct from other Brown & Burk allergy products like acrivastine capsules).

Consume Type:

• Oral

Directions/Usage:

• Adults and children over 12 years: Take 1 tablet (10 mg) once daily, with or without food. Children 2–12 years: Body weight >30 kg — 1 tablet once daily; ≤30 kg — half a tablet (5 mg) once daily (tablet may be halved if scored, or use alternative forms like syrup if available). Swallow whole with water. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Duration depends on symptoms (e.g., seasonal use or as needed for chronic conditions). Consult a doctor/pharmacist for children under 2 or prolonged use.

Common Side Effects:

• Generally well-tolerated; common/mild effects include headache, drowsiness (rare/mild compared to older antihistamines), fatigue, dry mouth, nervousness, or gastrointestinal upset (nausea, abdominal pain). Less common: rash, dizziness, or altered taste. Serious/rare: hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., swelling, difficulty breathing).

Package Type:

• Blister packs

Storage Advice:

• Store in a cool, dry place below 25–30°C, protected from light and moisture. Keep in original blister/packaging with tight closure. Keep out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Over-the-counter but consult a doctor/pharmacist before use if pregnant (limited data—use only if necessary), breastfeeding (passes into milk in small amounts), or with severe liver impairment (dose reduction may be needed). Avoid if known hypersensitivity to loratadine or desloratadine. May cause rare drowsiness—caution with driving/machinery until effects known. Not for children under 2 years without advice. Report persistent/worsening symptoms or unusual reactions (e.g., rash, swelling) immediately. Not a cure for allergies—provides symptomatic relief only.

Product Substitutes:

• Claritin 10 mg Tablets (original brand loratadine)
• Loratadine 10 mg Tablets (generic, various brands like Clarityn Allergy, Galpharm, or Boots Hayfever Relief)
• Other non-sedating antihistamines: Cetirizine 10 mg (Zyrtec/Cetirizine generics), Fexofenadine 120/180 mg (Telfast/Allegra generics), or Desloratadine 5 mg
• Local generics in Ghana (e.g., Loratadine brands from pharmacies like Country Medical Pharmacy or similar importers)

Manufacturer/Marketer:

• Brown & Burk UK Ltd.

Country of Origin:

• United Kingdom