Allergy Relief Antihistamine 2mg/5ml Syrup
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Allergy Relief 1 Year Plus Antihistamine
2 mg/5 ml Oral Solution (Chlorphenamine Maleate)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to give it carefully to get the best results from it.
• Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
• The leaflet is written in terms of giving this medicine to your child, but if you are an adult who is intending to take this medicine yourself the information in this leaflet will apply to you as well
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Chlorphenamine Maleate, which belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which act to relieve the symptoms of allergic reactions.
It can be used to relieve itching and redness of the skin and swelling associated with allergies, insect bites, hayfever and other allergic conditions including reactions to food and medicines and year round sneezing and runny nose.
Before you give this medicine
This medicine can be given to children from the age of 1 year. However, some children should not be given this medicine or you should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
X Do not give:
• If your child is under 1 year
• If your child is having an asthma attack
• If your child is allergic to any of the ingredients, or any other antihistamines (your child may have had a rash, difficulty breathing, swollen lips or face after taking them)
• If your child is taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (for depression) or has taken them in the last 14 days ! Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:
• If your child has epilepsy, heart or circulatory disease, liver problems
• If your child has high blood pressure or glaucoma
• If your child has asthma, bronchitis or bronchiectasis
• If your child has an overactive thyroid
• If your child has difficulty passing urine
• If your child has an obstruction in their intestine
• If your child has a rare blood disease called porphyria
Other important information
Information about some of the ingredients:
This medicine contains maltitol liquid, which may have a mild laxative effect. If you have been told by your doctor that your child has an intolerance to some sugars, consult your doctor before giving this medicine. This medicine contains 1 g maltitol per 5 ml spoonful.
This provides 2 kcal per spoonful.
This medicine contains small amounts of alcohol (ethanol), less than 100 mg per 5 ml spoonful.
Information for adults intending to take this medicine
Driving and using machines: This medicine may cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcoholic drink.
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you are a man with prostate problems.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Do not take this medicine.
If your child takes other medicines
Before you give this medicine, make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be giving your child at the same time, particularly the following:
• Other antihistamines
• Strong painkillers
• Sleeping tablets
• Tranquillisers, antidepressants or other medicines for mental problems
• Phenytoin (for epilepsy)
• Atropine
If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor and medicine you have bought for your child, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
J How to give this medicine
Check the seal is not broken before first use. If it is, do not give the medicine.
Use the measuring spoon provided. The small end measures 2.5 ml and the big end measures 5 ml.
|
Age |
How much to give |
How often to give |
|
Children of 12 to 23 months |
2.5 ml |
Twice a day. Don’t give more than 5 ml (Two 2.5 ml spoonfuls) in 24 hours. |
|
Children of 2 to 5 years |
2.5 ml |
Every 4 to 6 hours, if you need to. Don’t give more than 15 ml (Six 2.5 ml spoonfuls) in 24 hours. |
|
Children of 6 to 11 years |
5 ml |
Every 4 to 6 hours, if you need to. Don’t give more than 30 ml (Six 5 ml spoonfuls) in 24 hours. |
|
Children of 12 years and over, and adults |
10 ml |
Every 4 to 6 hours, if you need to. Don’t give more than 60 ml (Twelve 5 ml spoonfuls) in 24 hours. |
Give this medicine to your child to swallow.
Do not give to children under 1 year.
Do not give more than the amount recommended above.
If symptoms do not go away within 5 days talk to your pharmacist or doctor.
If you give too much: Talk to your doctor or go to your nearest hospital casualty department straight away. Take the medicine and this leaflet with you.
! Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some.
• Drowsiness (which may make your child fall asleep)
• Dizziness, blurred vision, headaches, fits
• Dry mouth, difficulty in passing urine, sweating
• Skin rash, sensitivity to sunlight, other allergic reactions
• Indigestion, stomach pain, loss of appetite
• Tremors, muscle pain or weakness, impaired movement or co-ordination, pins and needles
• Change in heart rate, palpitations, low blood pressure, ringing in the ears, hair loss
• Blood problems such as anaemia, weariness
• Sleep disturbance
• Liver problems (which may cause yellowing of the skin or eyes)
• Chest pain
• Cough, phlegm on the chest - these may be caused by thickened bronchial secretions
(mucous) in your lungs
• Difficulty concentrating, irritability, depression
• Hyperactivity in children
• Confusion in the elderly
Very young children and elderly adults may be more likely to get some of these side effects. If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
What is in this medicine
Each 5 ml of oral solution contains Chlorphenamine Maleate 2 mg, which is the active ingredient.
As well as the active ingredient, the solution also contains purified water, glycerol (E422), maltitol liquid (E965), citric acid monohydrate, sodium benzoate (E211), mint flavour (containing ethanol 0.2 vol %).
This pack contains 150 ml. The medicine is a clear, colourless mint flavoured syrup.
Who makes this medicine
Manufactured by the Marketing Authorisation holder The Boots Company PLC Nottingham
NG2 3AA
PL00014/0606
Leaflet prepared March 2010
If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact The Boots Company PLC Nottingham NG2 3AA.
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