Can I take hay fever tablets on an empty stomach?
Yes, most hay fever tablets can be taken on an empty stomach. For example, loratadine tablets can be taken with or without food, while fexofenadine tablets should be taken before a meal with water. Always check the leaflet or ask your pharmacist for advice on your specific tablets.
Key points:
- Most antihistamines for hay fever work regardless of food.
- Loratadine can be taken with or without food.
- Fexofenadine is best taken before a meal with water.
- Check the patient leaflet for your tablets or ask a pharmacist.
This text has been fact-checked for accuracy by medino's clinical team.