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Zadine 12 Hour Relief Tablets provide relief from the allergic symptoms of hayfever, or allergic rhinitis as it is also called, which include sneezing, a runny nose, watery and itchy eyes. Zadine will also treat the itching and irritation associated with skin allergies or "hives" and the discomfort caused by insect bites. Each tablet of Zadine contains 1mg of the antihistamine Azatadine maleate as the active ingredient. Azatadine Maleate blocks the effects of histamine within the body and is specially formulated to not cause drowsiness. Zadine tablets are available in packets of 20 and 50 tablets.

Product Dosage

Zadine should not be used by children under 6 years of age unless otherwise advised by your doctor or pharmacist.

It is recommended that children aged 6 to 12 years of age use Zadine Syrup instead.

Children aged between 6 and 12 years take half a Zadine tablet every 12 hours.

Adults take one Zadine tablet every 12 hours. After initial relief is obtained, dosage may be reduced to one tablet daily as required.

Do not take a double dosage of Zadine tablets if you forget to take your next dose. If you miss a dose but remember well before you are due to take your next dose then take it as normal. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take only your next regularly scheduled dose.

Warnings and Precautions:

Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before using Zadine if you are pregnant or breast-feeding
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Zadine if you have liver or severe kidney problems
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Zadine if you are 60 years or older because your may be more sensitive to the effects of this medicine
Consult with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Zadine if you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) therapy for depression
Consult with your doctor before taking Zadine if you have eye pressure in the eye (glaucoma), diabetes, an enlarged prostate, bladder problems or difficulty urinating, high blood pressure, heart or blood vessel disease, or an overactive thyroid gland
Zadine will rarely cause drowsiness. If, however, you find that you become affected do not drive a vehicle or operate machinery
Avoid alcohol
Do not use Zadine if you are allergic to Azatadine Maleate or any of the other ingredients of Zadine. Zadine does not contain sucrose, gluten, or artificial colouring but does contain lactose
Keep Zadine out of the reach of young children
In some cases, possible side effects of this medication may include: Headaches, Fatigue, Dry mouth

Maintenance: Keep Zadine tablets in a cool, dry place. Store below 30 degrees Celsius. Protect from direct sunlight.

Zadine is a pharmacist only medicine and your pharmacist's advice is required for this product.



Please keep products out of the reach of children.
Zadine tablets are manufactured by Schering-Plough Pty Ltd, Auckland, New Zealand.

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