Class 2 OTC DrugRhinitis Medicine
Claritin EX
For sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion caused by pollen and house dust
✦ Active ingredient: loratadine✦ Once daily✦ May be taken with or without food
Who it’s for / When to use
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Those bothered by hay fever nasal symptoms
When you want relief from pollen-related sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion
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Those bothered by house dust
When you want to address allergic nasal symptoms caused by indoor dust and similar allergens
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Those who prefer a formula that’s easier to manage during the day
When you want a second-generation antihistamine that is less likely to cause drowsiness
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Those who want fewer doses
When you want a once-daily design that’s easier to keep up with
Product Overview
Claritin EX is an allergic rhinitis medicine containing the active ingredient loratadine. It is used to help relieve sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion caused by pollen, house dust (indoor dust), and similar allergens. Designed to be taken once daily, with or without food, it is formulated for easy use in a busy daily routine.
Product Features
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Second-generation antihistamine loratadine
Active ingredient
Contains the active ingredient loratadine for allergic nasal symptoms. Helps relieve sneezing, runny nose, and nasal congestion caused by pollen and house dust.
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Once-daily dosing design
Ease of use
Only one dose a day, so it’s easier to continue without worrying about how many times you take it.
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May be taken with or without food
Lifestyle
Can be taken before or after meals, making it easier to fit into your daily rhythm.
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Film-coated tablet
An easy-to-swallow film-coated tablet.
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Swallow without chewing
Take with water or lukewarm water without chewing.
Active Ingredient (per tablet)
Indications
Relief of the following nasal allergy symptoms caused by pollen, house dust (indoor dust), and similar allergens: sneezing, runny nose, nasal congestion
Dosage and Administration
| Age |
Dose per time |
Times per day |
| Adults (15 years and older) |
1 tablet |
Once daily |
| Under 15 years |
Do not take |
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Strictly follow the stated dosage and administration. Take with water or lukewarm water, with or without food. If you continue use for more than 2 weeks even after symptoms improve, consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
QAre there any serious side effects?
AIn rare cases, this medicine may cause serious side effects such as shock (anaphylaxis), epilepsy, convulsions, liver dysfunction, or jaundice. If any of these occur, stop taking it immediately and seek medical attention.
QWho should consult someone before use?
AThe following people should consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those currently under a physician’s care; those who are unsure whether symptoms are due to allergic rhinitis or another cause such as a cold; those who have been diagnosed with other allergic conditions such as bronchial asthma or atopic dermatitis; those who are pregnant or may be pregnant; those who are breastfeeding; the elderly; those who have previously had allergic symptoms from medicines or other substances; and those who have experienced skin disorders due to allergies.
QCan I drive after taking it?
ADo not operate vehicles or machinery after taking this medicine (drowsiness or similar effects may occur).
QCan I drink alcohol?
ADo not drink alcohol before or after taking this medicine.
QWhat should I do if symptoms do not improve?
AIf symptoms do not improve after 5 days of use, stop taking it and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller.
QDo I need to follow the dosage and administration?
AFollow the dosage and administration, and do not take more than directed.
QShould I be careful about combining it with other allergy medicines?
AUse caution when combining with other allergy medicines or oral medicines containing antihistamines; if anything is unclear, consult a registered seller or pharmacist.
QAre there any storage precautions?
AStore in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight. Keep out of reach of children. Do not transfer to another container (this may lead to misuse or changes in quality). Do not use products past their expiration date.
⚠️ Precautions for Use
- In rare cases, this medicine may cause serious side effects such as shock (anaphylaxis), epilepsy, convulsions, liver dysfunction, or jaundice. If any of these occur, stop taking it immediately and seek medical attention.
- The following people should consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller before use: those currently under a physician’s care; those who are unsure whether symptoms are due to allergic rhinitis or another cause such as a cold; those who have been diagnosed with other allergic conditions such as bronchial asthma or atopic dermatitis; those who are pregnant or may be pregnant; those who are breastfeeding; the elderly; those who have previously had allergic symptoms from medicines or other substances; and those who have experienced skin disorders due to allergies.
- Do not operate vehicles or machinery after taking this medicine (drowsiness or similar effects may occur).
- Do not drink alcohol before or after taking this medicine.
- If symptoms do not improve after 5 days of use, stop taking it and consult a physician, pharmacist, or registered seller.
- Follow the dosage and administration, and do not take more than directed.
- Use caution when combining with other allergy medicines or oral medicines containing antihistamines; if anything is unclear, consult a registered seller or pharmacist.
📦 Storage Precautions
- Store in a cool place with low humidity, away from direct sunlight.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Do not transfer to another container (this may lead to misuse or changes in quality).
- Do not use products past their expiration date.
● Features
◆ Claritin EX is an allergy-specific rhinitis medicine containing the second-generation antihistamine ingredient loratadine.
◆ It is a medicine that is less likely to cause drowsiness and less likely to cause "decreased concentration, judgment, and work efficiency."
◆ With one tablet once a day, the effect lasts long for symptoms such as runny nose, nasal congestion, and sneezing.
【Class 2 OTC Drug】
●Efficacy/Effects
Relief of the following nasal allergy symptoms caused by pollen, house dust (indoor dust), etc.: runny nose, nasal congestion, sneezing
＜Precautions related to Efficacy/Effects＞
●Dosage and Administration
Adults (15 years and older), take 1 tablet once a day after meals.
Please take it at the same time every day.
［Age: Dose per time: Frequency］
Adults (15 years and older): 1 tablet: once a day (at the same time every day)
Under 15 years old: Do not take
＜Precautions related to Dosage and Administration＞
(1) Strictly observe the prescribed dosage and administration.
(2) When using for symptoms caused by seasonal allergic rhinitis such as pollen, it is effective to start taking it early when symptoms begin during the pollen dispersal period.
(3) If symptoms do not improve after about one week of use, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller. Also, if you continue to take it for more than two weeks even if symptoms improve, consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller.
(4) How to take out the tablets
Press the raised part of the sheet containing the tablets strongly with your fingertip to break the aluminum foil on the back and take out the tablet to take it.
(Swallowing the sheet by mistake may cause unexpected accidents such as piercing the esophageal mucosa.)
●Ingredients/Quantity
Per 1 tablet
Loratadine 10 mg
〔Additives〕
Lactose, corn starch, magnesium stearate
＜Precautions related to Ingredients/Quantity＞
●Dosage Form
Tablet (oral tablet)
●Precautions for Use
■Do not do (Contraindications)
(If not followed, current symptoms may worsen or side effects/accidents may occur more easily)
1. Do not take if you fall under the following:
(1) Those who have had allergic reactions to this medicine or its ingredients.
(2) Children under 15 years old.
2. Do not use any of the following medicines while taking this medicine:
Other allergy medicines (including medicines for skin diseases and oral medicines for rhinitis), oral medicines containing antihistamines (cold medicines, cough suppressants and expectorants, motion sickness medicines, hypnotics and sedatives, etc.), erythromycin, cimetidine.
3. Do not drink alcohol before or after taking this medicine.
4. Nursing mothers should either not take this medicine or avoid breastfeeding while taking it.
■Consult
1. Consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller before taking if you fall under the following:
(1) Those receiving medical treatment from a doctor.
(2) Those diagnosed with the following:
Liver disease, kidney disease, epilepsy
(3) Those who do not know whether it is allergic rhinitis or caused by other reasons such as a cold.
(4) Those who have been diagnosed with other allergic diseases such as bronchial asthma or atopic dermatitis.
(5) Pregnant or possibly pregnant women.
(6) Elderly people.
(7) Those who have had allergic reactions to medicines or other substances.
2. If the following symptoms appear after taking, they may be side effects, so stop taking immediately and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller with this leaflet.
［Affected area: Symptoms］
Skin: rash, itching, hives, redness of the skin, hair loss
Respiratory system: sore throat, nasal dryness
Digestive system: nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dry lips, stomatitis, gastritis
Central nervous system: fatigue, dizziness, headache
Circulatory system: palpitations, tachycardia
Others: dry eyes, tinnitus, hearing loss, flushing, edema (face, hands, feet), taste disorder, irregular menstruation, chest discomfort, abnormal uterine bleeding, chest pain, urinary retention
Rarely, the following serious symptoms may occur. In such cases, seek medical attention immediately.
［Name of Symptom: Symptom］
Shock (anaphylaxis): Immediately after taking, itching of the skin, hives, hoarseness, sneezing, throat itching, difficulty breathing, palpitations, consciousness disturbance, etc. appear.
Epilepsy: (for those with a history of epileptic seizures) muscle stiffness or tremors, impaired consciousness, no memory before the seizure.
Convulsions: sudden muscle contractions appear.
Liver dysfunction: fever, itching, rash, jaundice (yellowing of skin and whites of eyes), dark urine, general fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. appear.
3. The following symptoms may appear after taking; if these symptoms persist or worsen, stop taking and consult a doctor, pharmacist, or registered seller:
Dry mouth, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness
●Precautions for Storage and Handling
(1) Store in a cool place with little humidity, away from direct sunlight.
(2) Keep out of reach of children.
(3) Do not transfer to other containers. (This may cause misuse or change the quality.)
(4) Do not take products past the expiration date.
