Who can take loratadine
Most adults and children aged 2 years and older can take loratadine.
Who may not be able to take loratadine
Loratadine is not suitable for some people. To make sure it's safe for you, tell your doctor or pharmacist before taking it if you:
- have ever had an allergy to loratadine or any other medicines
- have severe liver failure
- have an allergy to food additives
- have epilepsy or another condition that puts you at risk of seizures or fits
- are due to have a test for allergies – taking loratadine may affect the results, so you might need to stop taking it a few days before the test