Antihistamine tablets
Newer type antihistamine tablets for the treatment of hay fever.
- Telfast 120mg
- Cetirizine 10mg
- Loratadine 10mg
Dr Fox rated 'Excellent'
How to buy online
- Read medical information about hay fever treatment
- Answer medical questions to check for eligibility
- Reviewed by doctors - posted from UK pharmacy
Prices
| Anti-histamine tablets | Quantity | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Loratadine 10mg | 30 tablets (1 month) | £5.50 |
| Loratadine 10mg | 60 tablets (2 months) | £6.80 |
| Loratadine 10mg | 90 tablets (3 months) | £8.40 |
| Cetirizine 10mg | 30 tablets (1 month) | £5.50 |
| Cetirizine 10mg | 60 tablets (2 months) | £6.80 |
| Cetirizine 10mg | 90 tablets (3 months) | £8.20 |
| Telfast 120mg (fexofenadine) | 30 tablets | £12.60 |
| Telfast 120mg (fexofenadine) | 60 tablets (2 months) | £19.20 |
| Telfast 120mg (fexofenadine) | 90 tablets (3 months) | £25.70 |
Prescription issued online - small prescription fee per order.
Prescription fees
Dr Fox supplies medicine on prescription and charges a small prescription fee based on the order value of each prescription.
Prescriptions are issued by our doctors online and sent electronically to our pharmacy.
If you have your own private paper prescription please post to our pharmacy (details).
Dr Fox prices are 25%–50% lower than other UK online clinics.
| Order value | Prescription fee |
|---|---|
| up to £10 | £1.00 |
| up to £20 | £2.00 |
| up to £40 | £3.00 |
| over £40 | £4.00 |
Delivery charges
UK delivery only: £2.90 per consultation via Royal Mail 24 Signed For (1-3 working days with tracking).
Parcel forwarding services are not permitted. Use only UK home or work delivery address.
Returns and refunds - unwanted items can be returned within 14 working days for a full refund.
About antihistamine tablets
Dr Fox supplies Cetirizine, Loratadine, and Telfast antihistamine tablets on prescription.
Patients can order one, two, or three months of treatment, which is more than is available without a prescription. Prices are lower on prescription.
Loratidine and cetirizine are medical names for antihistamines. A number of drug companies make these antihistamines, which are sold under various brand names (e.g. Piriteze). Telfast is a brand name for the antihistamine fexofenadine.
Antihistamine tablets work by blocking the inflammatory affect of histamine.
How to take
- Cetirizine 10mg tablets: take one daily, swallowed with water
- Loratidine 10mg tablets: take one daily, with or without food
- Telfast 120mg tablets: take one daily with water before a meal
Antihistamine tablets can be combined with hay fever eye drops and nasal sprays.
Cautions and contraindications
People with significant liver or kidney disease or a history of irregular heart rhythms may not be able to take antihistamines and should consult with their regular doctor before treatment.
Can cause drowsiness and effect ability to drive and operate machinery.
Pregnancy and breast feeding
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult a doctor before taking antihistamines.
Side effects
All medicines can cause side effects although not everyone gets them.
Cetirizine, loratadine, and Telfast are all newer type antihistamines which are less sedative than older types of antihistamine. Older types of antihistamines have raised concerns of dementia risks.
Common side effects (may affect up to 1 in 10 people): headache, drowsiness, feeling sick (nausea), and dizziness.
Uncommon side effects (may affect up to 1 in 100 people): tiredness/sleepiness.
Additional side effects: difficulty sleeping (insomnia), sleeping disorders, bad dreams, nervousness, fast or irregular heartbeat, diarrhoea, skin rash and itching, and hives.
Serious allergic reactions are rare and require immediate medical attention: swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat, flushing, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing.
Patient information leaflets
The 'Patient Information Leaflets' supplied with tablets must be read before taking.
Start orderAuthored 17 August 2016
by Dr Tony Steele, MB ChB
Reviewed 04 January 2017 by Dr B. Babor, MB ChB
Last updated 11 February 2019
Product reviews
Hay fever antihistamine tablets rated 4.8/5 in 5 product reviews
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It's the only thing that works for me
25/10/2018 11:08
Anonymous Verified
A little too weak for my requirements, but much less drowsy than Ceterizine.
07/06/2018 10:20
Anonymous Verified
Works well.
18/10/2017 10:52
Anonymous Verified
Does what it says it does
07/08/2017 17:00
Anonymous Verified
Effective, however you need to keep away from going outside as much as possible
02/07/2017 03:37
Anonymous Verified
The order process
Answer short medical questionnaire
Choose treatment, register, and pay
Doctor issues prescription online
Medicine posted direct from pharmacy
