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Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml Substitute

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Composition:

PROMETHAZINE-5MG

Uses:

<p>Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is used in the treatment of Allergy, insomnia, and travel sickness. The detailed uses of Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml are as follows:<br/> • Allergy Relief: Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml provides relief from allergy symptoms like itching, runny nose, cough and sneezing caused by hay fever or other allergies.<br/> • Sleep Aid: Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml sedative properties help with sleep disturbances and insomnia, inducing relaxation and facilitating sleep for short-term relief.<br/> • Preoperative Sedation: Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is used for preoperative sedation, helping relax patients and reduce anxiety before surgical or medical procedures.<br/> • Nausea and Vomiting: Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml provides relief from nausea and vomiting caused by travel sickness, post-operative conditions, and cancer treatments, effectively managing symptoms.<br/></p>

Medicinal Benefits:

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml contains ‘promethazine’, which belongs to the class of ‘phenothiazines’. It is an antihistamine and blocks the action of histamines (chemicals causing allergic symptoms). It can effectively treat allergic symptoms such as itching, watery eyes, hives, runny nose and sneezing. It also acts on the brain directly and produces a calming and anti-nausea effect. For short-term use, it is used in the treatment of insomnia. It can treat symptoms such as feeling sick (nausea) and falling sick (vomiting) occurring due to travel or motion sickness.

FAQs

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is used in the treatment of allergic reactions, insomnia, and travel sickness.

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml blocks the action of histamines, chemicals that are responsible for allergic reaction. It acts directly on the brain and causes a relaxing, calming and anti-nausea effect.

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is usually recommended for short-term use. Do not take longer than prescribed unless advised by your doctor.

Do not drive or consume alcohol as Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml can cause drowsiness. Do not go into the sunlight directly as it can cause photosensitivity leading to rashes on sun-exposed skin.

You can take the missed dose as soon as you remember if it's less than 2 hours since the missed dose. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose as usual at the fixed time. Do not double your dose or do not take more than prescribed.

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml may cause constipation as it is side effect. If constipation continues, consult your doctor.

You should take Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml for motion sickness before you start traveling or as soon as symptoms appear, according to your doctor's instructions. Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml helps prevent or relieve symptoms like nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and fatigue caused by motion during travel. The condition usually improves once the motion stops. Please, follow the recommended dosage instructions.

Yes, Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is an antihistamine. Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml contains promethazine which belongs to the class of medicines called antihistamines.

No, Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is not a narcotic/opiate/ painkiller. Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml contains promethazine, which is an antihistamine with sedative properties.

No, Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is not over the counter (OTC) medication and usually requires a doctor's prescription. However, consult a doctor before using Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml to ensure it is suitable for your condition.

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is primarily used to treat nausea, travel sickness, and allergic reactions. Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml is not usually recommended for conditions like a hangover, sore throat, stomach flu, cramps, toothache, headache, cough, or general pain. For these symptoms, it is best to consult your doctor, who can recommend a more suitable medication for your symptoms.

You are not recommended to take Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml with Nyquil, codeine, Benadryl, Xanax, oxycodone, or Dayquil. These drugs can all cause sedation and drowsiness, and taking them together increases the risk of severe drowsiness, breathing problems, or overdose. Ibuprofen and Tylenol do not interact much with Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml but should still be used cautiously. However, please consult a doctor before taking Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml with other medications.

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml may make you sleepy or tired as it contains promethazine with sedative properties. Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml will not get you high as it does not have any habit-forming potential. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

Prefen 5 mg Raspberry Flavour Syrup 100 ml causes side effects such as dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness, dizziness, headache, nightmares, restlessness, anorexia (loss of appetite), dyspepsia(indigestion), hypotension(low blood pressure), and photosensitivity. Please, consult a doctor if these persist for longer durations.

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