What is Claritine-Pollen and when is it used?

Claritine pollen is a preparation used to treat allergic diseases. It has a long-lasting, blocking effect on histamine, which is released in the body during allergic reactions. The long duration of action means that it can be taken once a day. In the usual dosage, Claritine pollen does not usually impair performance or concentration and does not usually make you sleepy.

Claritine pollen is used in adults and adolescents from the age of 12 for the preventive and symptomatic treatment of hay fever and for the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis caused by pollen allergy. The tablet must not be divided at the decorative groove.

What should be considered?

This medicine contains 89.3 mg of usable carbohydrates per single dose.

When should Claritine-Pollen not be taken?

In case of known hypersensitivity to the active substance of Claritine-Pollen or one of the ingredients.

When is caution required when taking Claritine pollen?

Taking higher doses can lead to sedation (tiredness, sleepiness). When driving a motor vehicle or using machines, the recommended dosage should not be exceeded. Claritine pollen does not increase the depressant effect of alcohol or diazepam.

If you suffer from liver dysfunction, the doctor will usually reduce the dose, i.e. you only take Claritine pollen every other day.

If you know that you suffer from a sugar intolerance, please consult your doctor before taking Claritine pollen.

Inform your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you suffer from other illnesses, have allergies or are taking other medicines (even those you bought yourself!) or using them externally!

Can Claritine pollen be taken while pregnant or breastfeeding?

It is not recommended to take Claritine pollen if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor, pharmacist or druggist for advice before taking any medicines while you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

How do you use Claritine pollen?

Adolescents from the age of 12 and adults

1 tablet once a day Claritine pollen.

Correct way of taking

You can take it regardless of the time of day. In order to achieve the fastest possible onset of action, you should take Claritine pollen on an empty stomach. If you prefer to take Claritine pollen with a meal, the onset of action may be delayed.

Claritine pollen tablets are swallowed whole with some liquid.

Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Claritine pollen have?

The following side effects can occur when taking Claritine pollen:

Very common:

Headache.

Common:

Dizziness, lightheadedness, nausea, cough, nosebleeds, runny nose, upper respiratory tract infection, diarrhea, dry mouth, indigestion, increased appetite, sore throat, tiredness .

Uncommon:

agitation, anxiety, confusion, depression, migraine, nervousness, sweating, thirst, vomiting, pins and needles, conjunctivitis, eye pain, ear pain, tinnitus, chest pain , high blood pressure, palpitations, bronchitis, asthma, dry/blocked nose, shortness of breath, inflammation of the paranasal sinuses, sneezing, disturbances in voice production, change in sense of taste, wind (flatulence), inflammation of the stomach, constipation, toothache, itching, skin rashes, feeling hot, Hives, joint pain, general weakness, back pain, urinating more or less often, painful periods, fever, feeling unwell.

Rare:

Allergic reactions, worsening of allergy, memory loss, loss of appetite, difficulty concentrating, restlessness, tactile sensitivity, tremor, blurred vision, change in tear flow, coughing up blood, lower Blood pressure, swelling, momentary unconsciousness, palpitations, laryngitis, sore mouth, bleeding in the skin, dry hair, dry skin, sensitivity to light, leg cramps, swelling of the extremities, swelling of the face and around the eyes, swelling of the lips, tongue and larynx, impotence, loss of libido, increased menstrual bleeding, flushing.

Very rare:

Weight loss, hallucinations, seizure, spasm of the eyelids, changes in salivation, abnormal liver function (hepatitis), liver necrosis, jaundice, hair loss, flushing, muscle pain, discolouration of the urine, vaginal inflammation, breast enlargement in men (gynaecomastia), chills.

If you notice dark urine, light-colored stools and possibly yellowing of the skin, you should stop taking Claritine pollen immediately and consult a doctor.

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist. This also applies in particular to side effects that are not listed in this leaflet.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container.

Storage Instructions

Store at room temperature (15 – 25°C). Keep out of reach of CHILDREN.

Further information:

If an allergy test is carried out, the Claritine pollen therapy should be interrupted 48 hours before the test is carried out, since the administration of antihistamines prevent or mitigate positive reactions.

Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What is in Claritine pollen?

1 tablet contains:

Active ingredients

Loratidine 10 mg

Excipients

Lactose, corn starch and magnesium stearate.

Approval number

56919 (Swissmedic).

Where can you get Claritine pollen? What packs are available?

Claritine pollen is available in pharmacies and drugstores without a doctor's prescription. There are packs of 10 tablets with a decorative groove.

Authorization holder

Bayer (Switzerland) AG, Zurich.

This leaflet was last checked by the medicines authority (Swissmedic) in October 2021.