Piriton Allergy Relief - 500 Tablets

Piriton tablets are drowsy antihistamines that treat hay fever and other allergy symptoms. Each tablet contains 4mg of chlorphenamine maleate, a first-generation antihistamine that blocks histamine, the substance responsible for allergy symptoms like itching, swelling and a runny nose. By blocking histamine receptors, it effectively relieves discomfort and skin rashes.

Like all medicines, Piriton tablets may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects may include:

Drowsiness
Nausea
Feeling dizzy or having difficulty concentrating
Dry mouth
Headaches
Blurred vision
If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Warnings
Piriton tablets may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to chlorphenamine maleate or any of the other listed ingredients.

Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:

You have high blood pressure
You have heart disease
You have epilepsy
You have glaucoma
You have an enlarged prostate
You have liver disease
You have kidney disease
You have bronchitis, asthma or chronic lung disease
You have been told you have an intolerance to certain sugars
Age restrictions
This medication is not suitable for children under 6 years old.

Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol whilst you are taking this medication.

Driving and operating machinery
Piriton tablets may cause drowsiness. If you are affected, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe enough to do so.

Consult your doctor before use if you are taking any other medicines or if you have a health condition not mentioned in the patient information leaflet.

Always read the patient information leaflet before use.

May cause dizziness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how your body reacts to this treatment.

Do not take more than one tablet in any 24 hours.

This medicine must not be taken by women.

For further information on our medication restrictions policy, please click here

If you are concerned about addiction of 'over the counter' medication we urge you to visit the below links for professional help and advice

• NHS - Help & Advice on Drug Addiction
• Talk To Frank - Drug Addiction Help & Support