What is Benadryl Fast And Effective Allergy Relief Capsules?

These Benadryl capsules contain the chemical acrivastine. Acrivastine is an antihistamine that helps reduce the effect of allergies. This includes allergic conjunctivitis, eczema, and insect bites.

Who are they suitable for?

Benadryl Fast And Effective Allergy Relief Capsules are suitable for children aged 12 years and over, up to adults aged 65. The reason why it is not recommended that people over the age of 65 take them is that there has been no testing with acrivastine with that age group.

Besides age, are there any other reasons why someone should not take Benadryl Fast And Effective Allergy Relief Capsules?

Yes, you should not take these capsules if you have any of the following:

• An allergic reaction to medicines in the past, including acrivastine
• You are lactose or sorbitol intolerant
• Have kidney disease
• Have epilepsy or are at risk of seizures
• Have a rare illness known as porphyria
• Are due to be having an allergy test soon

Are there any potential side effects when taking Benadryl Fast And Effective Allergy Relief Capsules?

The most common side effect when taking anything that contains acrivastine is feeling tired or drowsy. Other side effects include:

• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Sleeping difficulties
• Hallucinations
• Rashes
• For men - difficulty urinating

If you feel any side effects when taking any allergy relief medication, then you should contact your doctor immediately.

How often should you take the capsules?

For children aged 12 and over and adults, the recommended dosage is one capsule three times a day.

Why do I need to answer some medical questions before buying?

You need to answer some medical questions because this medication is only available to buy at a registered pharmacy. This means that in order to sell it, we need to know that the person buying it is safe to use this medication.

 

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact your doctor.

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Adults and children over 12 years: 1 capsule as necessary up to 3 times a day.

Not for use in people over 65 years.

Children under 12: not to be given.

You should make sure that you carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use.

The active ingredients in Benadryl Allergy Relief are:
8 mg Acrivastine in each capsule.
Other ingredients are: Lactose, sodium starch
glycollate, magnesium stearate, gelatin, colouring
(E171) and purified water.

Like all medicines, Benadryl Allergy Relief can cause
side effects, although not everybody gets them.
If you experience any of the following,
stop using the medicine and seek immediate
medical help:
■ Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat
which may cause difficulty in swallowing or
breathing.
If you experience any of the following,
stop taking this medicine and talk to
your doctor:
■ Allergic reactions including rash
Other effects which may occur:

■ Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking
Benadryl Allergy Relief.
■ Benadryl Allergy Relief may cause drowsiness
and dizziness. Caution should be used when
driving or operating machinery. If this product
makes you feel drowsy or dizzy, do not drive or
operate machinery. This product should not be
taken whilst under the influence of alcohol.
■ As with all antihistamines, it is advisable to
avoid excessive alcohol consumption when
taking this medicine.