What Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin is used for
Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin is a medicine which is used to relieve productive cough, the symptoms of colds, flu and allergies including sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, nasal congestion and blocked sinuses.
The syrup contains:
• pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, which is a decongestant that relieves nasal and sinus congestion.
• triprolidine hydrochloride which is an antihistamine that helps stop sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes.
• Guaifenesin, which is an expectorant used to dissolve phlegm and facilitate its release.
This medicine is for use in adults and children aged over 6 years.
Do not take this medicine:
• If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients.
• If you have high blood pressure or heart disease.
• If you have diabetes
Warnings and precautions
Tell your doctor about all of your health conditions, including:
• If you have kidney or liver problems.
• If you have alcohol dependence.
• If you have bronchitis, emphysema or asthma.
• If you are susceptible to glaucoma.
• If you have blocked arteries or veins.
• If you are being treated for a thyroid disorder
• If you have prostate problems
Possible side effects
Like all medicines Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin can have side-effects, although not everybody gets them. If you experience any of the following, stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical help: Severe Allergic reactions, hallucinations, paranoid delusions or seizures and sudden onset of fever. Other side effects include:
• Headache
• Difficulty sleeping, nervousness, dizziness
• Difficulty performing tasks
• Drowsiness
• Blurred Vision
• Thickened mucus, dry mouth or nausea
• Confusion or depression
• Tremors, shakiness or slurred speech
• Low blood pressure
• Heart attack
• Tingling or numbness of hands or feet
• High blood pressure
• Nose bleeds, dry nose or dry throat
• Stomach pain or vomiting
• Pain when passing water
• Reduced blood flow to the optic nerve
Other medicines and Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin
Do not take this medicine if you are taking any other medicines, including drugs used to treat:
• Sleep disorders
• pain
• mood disorders
• anxiety and tension
• cramps or spasms
• high blood pressure
• heart rhythms or contractions
• migraine
• contractions during childbirth
16681What Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin is used for
Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin is a medicine which is used to relieve productive cough, the symptoms of colds, flu and allergies including sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, nasal congestion and blocked sinuses.
The syrup contains:
• pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, which is a decongestant that relieves nasal and sinus congestion.
• triprolidine hydrochloride which is an antihistamine that helps stop sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes.
• Guaifenesin, which is an expectorant used to dissolve phlegm and facilitate its release.
This medicine is for use in adults and children aged over 6 years.
Do not take this medicine:
• If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients.
• If you have high blood pressure or heart disease.
• If you have diabetes
Warnings and precautions
Tell your doctor about all of your health conditions, including:
• If you have kidney or liver problems.
• If you have alcohol dependence.
• If you have bronchitis, emphysema or asthma.
• If you are susceptible to glaucoma.
• If you have blocked arteries or veins.
• If you are being treated for a thyroid disorder
• If you have prostate problems
Possible side effects
Like all medicines Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin can have side-effects, although not everybody gets them. If you experience any of the following, stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical help: Severe Allergic reactions, hallucinations, paranoid delusions or seizures and sudden onset of fever. Other side effects include:
• Headache
• Difficulty sleeping, nervousness, dizziness
• Difficulty performing tasks
• Drowsiness
• Blurred Vision
• Thickened mucus, dry mouth or nausea
• Confusion or depression
• Tremors, shakiness or slurred speech
• Low blood pressure
• Heart attack
• Tingling or numbness of hands or feet
• High blood pressure
• Nose bleeds, dry nose or dry throat
• Stomach pain or vomiting
• Pain when passing water
• Reduced blood flow to the optic nerve
Other medicines and Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin
Do not take this medicine if you are taking any other medicines, including drugs used to treat:
• Sleep disorders
• pain
• mood disorders
• anxiety and tension
• cramps or spasms
• high blood pressure
• heart rhythms or contractions
• migraine
• contractions during childbirth
How to take Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/guaifenesin
Children 6-12 years: 5ml up to 4 times per day.
Adults and children aged 12 years and over: 10ml up to 4 times per day.