Drug Ingredient Information
CETIRIZINE-5MG+PARACETAMOL-500MG+PHENYLEPHRINE-10MG
CETIRIZINE
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Cetirizine hydrochloride is the active ingredient. Cetirizine is an antiallergic medication. In adults and children aged 6 year and above, Cetirizine are indicated.
-for the relief of symptoms of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) and allergies such as dust or pet allergies (perennial allergic rhinitis), such as sneezing, itchy, runny and blocked nose, red and watery eyes.
-for the relief of swelling, redness and itchiness of the skin (symptoms of chronic idiopathic urticaria, which is also known as chronic nettle rash) |
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-if you have a severe kidney disease (severe renal failure with creatinine clearance below 10 ml/min).
-if you are known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance of Cetirizine.
-if you are known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to hydroxyzine (closely related active substances of other medicines).
-if you are known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to drugs from the piperazine family,for example buclizine, cyclizine, meclozine, levocetirizine.
You should not take Cetirizine :
-if you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains lactose). |
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-if you have a severe kidney disease (severe renal failure with creatinine clearance below 10 ml/min).
-if you are known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to the active substance of Cetirizine.
-if you are known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to hydroxyzine (closely related active substances of other medicines).
-if you are known to be allergic (hypersensitive) to drugs from the piperazine family,for example buclizine, cyclizine, meclozine, levocetirizine.
You should not take Cetirizine :
-if you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains lactose). |
| Drug Special Care |
If you have kidney problems, please ask your doctor for advice; if necessary, you may have to take a lower dose. The new dose will be determined by your doctor. If you are an epileptic patient or a patient at risk of convulsions, you should ask your doctor for advice. |
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Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription. Due to the profile of cetirizine, no interactions with other drugs are expected. |
| Drug Pregnancy Interaction |
Ask your doctor for advice before taking any medicine. As with other drugs, use of Cetirizine should be avoided by pregnant women. Accidental use of the drug by a pregnant woman should not produce any harmful effects on the foetus. Nevertheless, the administration of the medicine should be discontinued. |
| Drug Breast feeding Interaction |
You should not take Cetirizine during breast-feeding because cetirizine passes into breast milk. |
| Drug Machinery Interaction |
Clinical studies have produced no evidence of impaired attention, alertness and driving capabilities after taking Cetirizine at the recommended dose. If you intend to drive, operate machinery, or perform other tasks that need your full attention, you should not exceed the recommended dose and you should closely observe your response to the drug. If you are a sensitive patient, you may find that the simultaneous use of alcohol or other nervous depressant agents may additionally affect your attention
and ability to react. |
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Food does not noticeably affect the absorption of cetirizine. No interactions having a noticeable impact have been observed between alcohol (at the blood level of 0.5 per millilitre corresponding to one glass of wine) and cetirizine used at the normal doses. However, as it is the case with all antihistamines, it is recommended to avoid consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine. |
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Adults and adolescents above 12 years old:
once daily as one .
Children between 6 and 12 years old:
5 mg twice daily as half a .
Patients with kidney problems:
Patients with moderate renal impairment are recommended to take 5 mg once daily as a half .
If you feel that the effect of Cetirizine is too weak or too strong, please consult your doctor. |
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These guidelines apply unless your doctor has given you different instructions on how to use Cetirizine .
Please follow these instructions, otherwise Cetirizine may not be fully effective. need to be swallowed with a glass of liquid. |
| Excess Drug Consumption |
If you think you have taken an overdose of Cetirizine , please inform your doctor. Your doctor will then decide what measures, if any, should be taken. After an overdose, the side effects described below may occur with increased intensity. Adverse effects such as confusion, diarrhoea, dizziness, tiredness, headache, ailing, dilating (widening) of the pupil, itching, restlessness, sedation, somnolence, stupor, abnormal rapid heart rate, tremors and urinary retention have been reported. |
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If you forget to take a , take it as soon as you remember, but wait at least 24 hours before taking the next . Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose. |
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If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist. |
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| General Information |
. At the first signs of an allergic (hypersensitivity) reaction, stop taking Cetirizine and contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of an allergic (hypersensitivity) reaction include difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat. |
| Common Drug Side Effects |
pharyngitis (sore throat), rhinitis (swelling and irritation inside the nose)
somnolence (sleepiness).
dizziness, headache.
dry mouth, nausea (feeling sick), diarrhoea.
fatigue. |
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urticaria (swelling, redness and itchiness of the skin)
aggression, confusion, depression, hallucination, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping).
convulsions, movements disorders.
weight increased.
liver function abnormal.
allergic reactions, some severe .
oedema (swelling).
tachycardia (heart beating fast). |
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oedema (swelling), fixed drug eruption.
abnormal elimination of urine.
tic (sudden abnormal repetitive muscle movement).
syncope (fainting), tremor, dysgeusia (altered taste).
accommodation disorder (impaired ability of the eye to focus), blurred vision,oculogyration (eyes moving in an uncontrolled circular manner).
thrombocytopenia (low levels of blood platelets). |
| Drug Side Effects Symptoms |
pruritus (itching), rash.
agitation.
paraesthesia (abnormal feelings of the skin).
asthenia (feeling of weakness), malaise (feeling of being generally unwell).
abdominal pain. |
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Keep out of the reach and sight of children. Do not use Cetirizine after the expiry date which is stated on the box and blister. This medicine does not require any special storage conditions. |
PARACETAMOL
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Paracetamol belongs to a group of medicines called pain-killers or analgesics.
and It is used for mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, nerve pain,
toothache, sore throat, period pains and general aches and pains.
n It is also used to relieve the symptoms of cold and flu
n It is also used to help reduce a fever (high temperature). |
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n had an allergic reaction to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed in section 6.
An allergic reaction can include a rash, itching or shortness of breath.
n a liver disorder
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if any of these apply to you. |
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n had an allergic reaction to paracetamol or any of the ingredients listed in section 6.
An allergic reaction can include a rash, itching or shortness of breath.
n a liver disorder
Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if any of these apply to you. |
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n kidney problems
n liver problems, including those due to drinking too much alcohol. |
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n barbiturates (sleeping tablets)
n tricyclic antidepressants (such as amitriptyline)
n colestyramine (used to treat high cholesterol)
n warfarin (used to thin the blood and prevent clotting)
n zidovudine (used in HIV infections and AIDS)
n domperidone and metoclopramide (used to treat nausea and vomiting) |
| Drug Pregnancy Interaction |
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding, talk to your
doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. |
| Drug Breast feeding Interaction |
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breast-feeding, talk to your
doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. |
| Drug Machinery Interaction |
This medicine should not affect your ability to drive or use machines. |
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How much to take – babies with a fever after their immunisations
n This medicine is not usually given to babies under 3 months old. If your doctor
advises you to use this medicine for your baby, please follow these instructions
only. They are different to those written below for children and adults.
n If your baby has a fever (high temperature) after their immunisations at 2 to 3
months old, your doctor may advise you to give them 2.5ml (half a 5ml spoonful)
How often to take – babies with a fever after their immunisations
n Give them another 2.5ml (half a 5ml spoonful) after 4-6 hours if needed
n If your baby continues to have a fever after these two doses please talk to your
doctor or pharmacist
How much to take – children and adults
n Children 3 – 12 months: 2.5ml to 5ml (half to one 5ml spoonful)
n Children 1- 5 years: 5ml to 10ml (one to two 5ml spoonsful)
n Children 6- 12 years: 10ml to 20ml (two to four 5ml spoonsful)
n Adults and Children over 12: 20ml to 40ml to a maximum of 4g (160ml) per day
How often to take – children and adults
n Take a dose of this medicine every 4 to 6 hours when needed.
n Do not give more than 4 doses in 24 hours.
n Do not exceed the stated dose.
n You must see a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 3 days. |
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n This medicine contains 120mg of paracetamol in one 5ml spoonful.
n Take this medicine by mouth only.
n Shake the bottle well before use |
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n Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Phone your doctor or go to your nearest accident and emergency department straight away.
n There may be no symptoms during the first 24 hours although paleness, nausea (feeling sick), vomiting (being sick) and abdominal pain may occur. |
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Take the next dose when needed. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten
dose. |
| Stop Drug Consumption |
Do not stop the drug untill your doctor says you to do so. |
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n skin rash, flaking skin, boils, sore lips and mouth, swelling of the face, fever.
n sudden wheezing, fluttering or tightness of the chest or collapse.
n bruising more easily, sore throat or other signs of infection (these may be signs of a blood disorder)
n severe pain in the abdomen and back, with fever (high temperature), loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting (these may be signs of pancreas inflammation).
n Skin rash
If paracetamol is taken for a long time, it may lead to liver and kidney problems. |
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Store in a cool and dry place |
PHENYLEPHRINE
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Phenylephrine is used to relieve nasal discomfort caused by colds, allergies, and hay fever. It is also used to relieve sinus congestion and pressure. Phenylephrine will relieve symptoms but will not treat the cause of the symptoms or speed recovery. Phenylephrine is in a class of medications called nasal decongestants. It works by reducing swelling of the blood vessels in the nasal passages. |
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Before taking phenylephrine,
tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to phenylephrine or any other medications.
do not take phenylephrine if you are taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor, such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or if you have stopped taking one of these medications within the past 2 weeks.
tell your doctor and pharmacist what other prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.
tell your doctor if you have or have ever had high blood pressure, diabetes, trouble urinating because of an enlarged prostate gland, or thyroid or heart disease.
tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while taking phenylephrine, call your doctor.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking phenylephrine.
if you have phenylketonuria (PKU, an inherited condition in which a special diet must be followed to prevent mental retardation), you should know that some phenylephrine products may be sweetened with aspartame, a source of phenylalanine. |
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Take phenylephrine exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor or directed on the label.
Phenylephrine comes alone and in combination with other medications. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice on which product is best for your symptoms. Check nonprescription cough and cold product labels carefully before using two or more products at the same time. These products may contain the same active ingredient(s) and taking them together could cause you to receive an overdose. This is especially important if you will be giving cough and cold medications to a child.
Nonprescription cough and cold combination products, including products that contain phenylephrine, can cause serious side effects or death in young children. Do not give these products to children younger than 4 years of age. If you give these products to children 4 to 11 years of age, use caution and follow the package directions carefully.
If you are giving phenylephrine or a combination product that contains phenylephrine to a child, read the package label carefully to be sure that it is the right product for a child of that age. Do not give phenylephrine products that are made for adults to children.
Before you give a phenylephrine product to a child, check the package label to find out how much medication the child should receive. Give the dose that matches the child's age on the chart. Ask the child's doctor if you don't know how much medication to give the child.
If you are taking the liquid, do not use a household spoon to measure your dose. Use the measuring spoon or cup that came with the medication or use a spoon made especially for measuring medication.
If your symptoms do not get better within 7 days or if you have a fever, stop taking phenylephrine and call your doctor.
If you are taking the dissolving strips, place one strip on your tongue and allow it to dissolve. |
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. These risks may include:
the possibility of improper use in infants and young children
potentially risky combinations of ingredients
patients receiving too much or too little of the medication because of problems with the way some ''timed-release'' products are made
If you are concerned that the prescription cough, cold, and allergy medication you are taking is not approved by the FDA, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist. If the medication you are taking is not approved, your doctor can prescribe another prescription medication or your doctor or pharmacist can suggest an over-the-counter (OTC) cough, cold, and allergy product for your condition. There are many safe and effective alternative approved products that can be taken instead. Your doctor probably prescribed the medicine without knowing that FDA had not approved it. This is because it has been so difficult for doctors and pharmacists to find out that these products are unapproved. |
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| Excess Drug Consumption |
In case of overdose, call your local poison control center at 1-800-222-1222. If the victim has collapsed or is not breathing, call local emergency services at 911. |
| Forgot Drug Consumption |
This medication is usually taken as needed. If your doctor has told you to take phenylephrine regularly, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. |
| Stop Drug Consumption |
Do not stop the drug untill your doctor says you to do so. |
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| Common Drug Side Effects |
Phenylephrine may cause side effects. Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using phenylephrine and call your doctor:
nervousness
dizziness
sleeplessness
Phenylephrine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while taking this medication. |
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Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist about the proper disposal of your medication. |
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