Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules provide effective relief from the symptoms of hayfever and similar allergic conditions

• No other non drowsy allergy tablet works as fast
• Active in 15 minutes
• Lasts for 8 hours

What this product is and what it is used for
This product contains Acrivastine which is an antihistamine. It provides effective relief from the symptoms of hayfever and other allergic conditions such as pet or dust allergies, these include sneezing, stuffy or runny nose, watery or itchy eyes, itchy nose and throat.

It is also used to treat the symptoms of urticaria, also known as hives, where the skin looks blotchy, like nettle rash, with white raised wheals (bumps) surrounded by redness.

How to take Benadryl allergy relief

• For oral use: Swallow with a glass of water
• Adults and Children over 12 - 65 years: Take one capsule as necessary up to three times a day
• Adults over 65: Not recommended
• Children under 12 years: Not recommended

If you take more capsules than you should, talk to a doctor or pharmacist immediately.

If you forget to take Benadryl Allergy Relief, just take the next dose as soon as you remember. Do not take a double dose.

You must see a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve

Each capsule contains 8.0 mg of the active ingredient Acrivastine.

The capsule also contains: lactose, sodium starch glycollate, magnesium stearate, gelatin, colouring (E171) and purified water.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product
If you are already taking:

• Any sedatives or tranquilliser, as their effect may be increased it taken with this product
• Ketoconazole (an antifungal to treat fungal infections) or erythromycin (an antibiotic to treat bacterial infections).

• Do not take if:
• You have ever had a reaction to this product or to any of its ingredients or the antihistamine triprolidine
• You have kidney disease
• If you are taking any other medicines check with your doctor or pharmacist before using this product
  
  Do not drink grapefruit juice while taking Benadryl Allergy Relief
  
  Not recommended during pregnancy and breast-feeding
• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
  
  Driving and using machinery
• In most people that Benadryl Allergy Relief does not cause drowsiness. However, there are rare exceptions and you should take care when you use this product for the first time. If this product makes you feel drowsy, do not drive or operate machinery. Benadryl Allergy Relief should not be taken whilst under the influence of alcohol
  
  Important information about some of the ingredients in Benadryl Allergy Relief
• This product contains lactose
  If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicinal product.

Possible side effects:

Like all medicines this product can have side-effects although these are usually mild. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice any of the following:

• It can very occasionally cause drowsiness
• If you notice any other side-effects not mentioned in this leaflet stop taking this product and tell your doctor or pharmacist.