Irish Sunday Mirror

Pill box Why take... LORATADINE

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An antihistam­ine that reduces the production of histamine, which triggers allergy symptoms like itchy eyes, sneezing and a runny nose. PROS: Less likely to make you drowsy than older antihistam­ines. Good at controllin­g hayfever. Thought to be safe in pregnancy. CONS: Can pass into breast milk. Some types may contain phenylalan­ine, which some cannot metabolise. Side effects can include headaches.

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