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About Razene®

Battling with hay fever?

Razene® is the number one selling hay fever tablet used by Kiwis to relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny and itchy nose, post-nasal drip, itchy and watery eyes as well as for the treatment of itchy skin rash associated with allergies and insect bites.*1 It is fast-acting; can start working within 20 minutes, and provides non-drowsy 24 hour relief, so you only need to take it once a day.1

Razene® comes in two convenient pack sizes, 30 and 90 tablets, and is available from your pharmacy.1

For more information on Razene® speak to your pharmacist or doctor.

*Based on IRi Aztec Pharmacy Solid Oral Antihistamine tablet volume Sales MAT June 2022.

About Allergies

Many of us will experience an allergic reaction to something at some stage in our lives. The watery, red and itchy eyes, sneezing, runny and itchy nose and all the other symptoms can really affect our day-to-day activities.2 If you or someone you love suffers from hay fever, you know how hay fever can affect your quality of life, whether it's sleep disturbance, daytime fatigue, or difficulty concentrating.3,4

But what is hayfever and what causes it to happen?

Hayfever, also referred to as seasonal or year-round allergic rhinitis, affects around 400 million people worldwide.5 It is also the most common allergic condition in New Zealand.2 Hayfever only happens during certain months of the year (seasonal allergies) and other allergies may occur throughout the year (year-round allergies).2 An allergy occurs when your immune system thinks something like pollen, dust or food is a threat.6 Pollen that floats in the air can enter through your nose, mouth, and or eyes and within minutes cause a range of allergy symptoms.7

What Can Cause Allergies?

There are many causes of allergies. It is important to figure out what your allergy triggers are. You might be able to avoid some, but this isn’t always possible, especially if they are dust, animal dander or mould.2

Some of the more common causes of allergies are listed below to help you identify the possible causes of your allergy symptoms.

Common Causes Of Allergies7

Pollens

Pets

Moulds

Insects

Common Allergy Symptoms

When your body's immune system sees something which is otherwise harmless as a threat, it can overreact leading to an allergic reaction.7 The symptoms that occur are as a direct result of this.7 There are many ways in which allergens can get into your body to cause such a reaction.7 Reactions usually happen quickly (within minutes) but can be delayed in some people; and continue for as long as the person is still in contact with the allergen.7 This means some people can have short term allergic reactions, and others suffer from allergy symptoms all year round.7

When you suffer from allergies, you may have any or all of the following typical allergy symptoms.6

Frequently Asked Questions

RAZENE is used to treat symptoms associated with hay fever and other allergies.1 It is fast-acting, usually works within 20 minutes after taking it, non-sedating and its effects last for 24 hours, so you only need to take it once a day.8

Razene helps to relieve symptoms that happen when you suffer from hay fever and year long allergy symptoms. Typical symptoms include sneezing, runny nose, post-nasal drip, itchy nose and itchy and runny eyes.1 Razene also works for symptoms of:1
  • Allergic pink eye
  • Insect bites
  • Itchy, red skin from allergies

No, you can buy Razene from a pharmacy without a doctor's prescription.1

Razene is a type of anti-allergy tablet designed to be non-drowsy. Everyone is different, and if you do feel drowsy taking the recommended dose speak to your pharmacist or doctor about finding a suitable dose; you may find you only require half the daily dose.8

Razene is fast-acting with symptom relief usually in 20 minutes.8

Razene provides symptom relief for up to 24 hours.8

Yes, you can give Razene to children from the age of 2; check the label or the Consumer Medicine Information leaflet for information on how much to take.1

It’s best you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine.1

Razene tablets contain lactose.
Gluten is not added as an ingredient, but as Razene is manufactured in an environment where gluten might be present we cannot guarantee that the tablet is gluten free.1

Of course you can! Speak to your pharmacist or doctor if you have any other questions.8

  • Razene Datasheet.
  • Allergic Rhinitis Clinical Update. Australasian Society of Clinical Immunology and Allergy 2020. www.allergy.org.au.
  • Lipworth B, et al. Primary Care Respiratory Medicine. 2017;27(1).
  • Jáuregui I, et al. J Investig Allergol Clin Immunol. 2009;19(1):32-39.
  • Scarupa MD, Kaliner MA. In-depth review of allergic rhinitis. World Allergy Organisation. 2020.
  • Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever). Allergy New Zealand. Accessed 2022.
  • Allergies. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America. Accessed 2022.
  • Razene Consumer Medicine Information.