Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml
Description
About
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml was created to bring relief to patients suffering from allergies and allergic reactions by working blocking histamine and its effects on the human body. A teaspoon or two, once or twice a day is commonly prescribed to patients to be ingested either with or without food. The dosage of Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is dependent upon the patient’s age, medical condition, patient’s response to the drug, any medications patient might be having along with Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml and any adverse effects felt by the patient. It is recommended that patients ingest Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml at the same time each day and put an alarm as a reminder if need be.
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is safe to be prescribed to patients over the age of 1 year. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml may be ingested by pregnant and lactating women only if and when extremely necessary and with the consent of a physician as trace amounts of Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml can be detected in breast milk. If the patient is having other prescription drugs along with Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml they must inform their doctor before taking Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml as drugs such as opioids, tricyclic antidepressants, MOA Inhibitors, and alcohol are said to interact with Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml negatively.
Adverse effects of Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml are rarely felt and effects such as dry mouth, fatigue, and drowsiness tend to resolve on their own in a few hours to days. If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.
Indications
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml can be used to treat:
- Allergies (runny nose, watery eyes, etc.)
- Hay fever
- Insect bites
- Rhinitis
- Urticaria
- Oedema (angioneurotic)
- Food allergies
How Does Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Work?
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml belongs to a group of chemicals known as Antihistamines that work by blocking Histamine and its effects on the human body. Histamine is a natural substance found in the body that is very helpful in helping the immune system fight external and harmful invaders but reaction with pollen, insect bites, and other irritants can lead to an allergic reaction which Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml can successfully prevent.
How To Use Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml?
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is to be ingested orally (by mouth) either with or without food with plenty of water to help dilute the taste of the medicine. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is to be ingested on the advice of a physician and only for the period prescribed, not more. The dosage ought to be carefully measured out by an adult if Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is used to treat children aged 1 year and above. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is not recommended for infants.
Dosage
Adult Dosage
2 teaspoons per dose are recommended for patients aged 18 years and above. If Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is prescribed to be ingested more than once in 24 hours, patients are advised to keep a 4–6-hour gap between each dose.
Child Dosage
For patients aged 12 years and above, the adult dosage may be administered depending on the patient’s weight. A teaspoon or half a teaspoon per dose is recommended for patients aged 12 years and below (depending upon everyone’s weight and age). If Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is prescribed to be ingested more than once in 24 hours, patients are advised to keep a 4–6-hour gap between each dose. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is not recommended for patients aged 12 months and below.
Elderly Dosage
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is safe to be ingested by patients aged 65 years and above. A lower dose of Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml might be prescribed if the patient is suffering from kidney or liver impairment.
Pregnancy Use and Lactation
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml may be prescribed to pregnant women only when and if necessary and under the supervision of a physician. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is found in breast milk in trace amounts and is therefore prescribed quite rarely to breastfeeding mothers.
Contraindications
Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml:
- Allergic reaction to Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml or any other drug or ingredient
- Moderate to severe lung disease/impairment (such as chronic bronchitis and other COPDs)
- Moderate to severe liver disease/impairment
- Moderate to severe kidney disease/impairment
- Moderate to severe heart disease/impairment
- Fructose intolerance
- Metabolic alkalosis
- Enlarged prostate
- Alcohol abuse
- Epilepsy
- Glucose-Galactose malabsorption
Precautions
Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml:
- Mild to moderate lung disease/impairment (such as asthma)
- Mild to moderate liver disease/impairment
- Mild to moderate kidney disease/impairment
- Raised intraocular pressure
- Hypertension
- Elderly patients
Interactions With Other Medications
Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml:
- Alcohol
- Opioid painkillers
- Antidepressants
- Antipsychotics
- MAO inhibitors
- Other antihistamines
Adverse Effects
Common Adverse Effects
Like most medicines, Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml has certain side effects which include:
- Dry mouth
- Fatigue
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Blurred vision
These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml.
Rare Adverse Effects
If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt, the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor
- Hypotension
- Arrhythmias
- Changes in the color of eyes and skin
- Muscular aches and pains
How To Cope with Some Of The Adverse Effects
- Dry Mouth- Can be helped by sipping water throughout the day, chewing sugarless gum, using alcohol-free mouthwash, allowing ice to melt in the mouth, or using a saliva substitute.
- Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths, intake tea or coffee, get a good night’s rest, and not overburden themselves for a few days.
- Dizziness-If the medication makes you feel drowsy or sleepy, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
- Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
- Blurred vision – This side effect tends to go away on its own if a few days; patients are advised to not operate heavy machinery or drive any motorized vehicles in the meantime. If blurred vision persists, please contact your doctor.
FAQs
#1. How To Store Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml?
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is to be kept away from the reach of children, in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.
#2. Can I Drive After Taking This Medication?
This medication is known to make you drowsy hence if that happens kindly avoid driving or operating any heavy machinery.
#3. What If I Take Too Much Of Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml?
In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital right away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.
#4. What If I Miss A Dose Of Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml?
If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.
#5. How Is Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Supposed To Be Taken?
{{product} is to be ingested orally once daily or as per a doctor’s prescription. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is to be taken either with or without food with plenty of water to help dilute the taste of the medicine. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is to be ingested on the advice of a physician and only for the period prescribed, not more. The dosage ought to be carefully measured out by an adult if Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is used to treat children aged 1 year and above. Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is not recommended for infants.
#6. How Does Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Work?
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml belongs to a group of chemicals known as Antihistamines that work by blocking Histamine and its effects on the human body. Histamine is a natural substance found in the body that is very helpful in helping the immune system fight external and harmful invaders but reaction with pollen, insect bites, and other irritants can lead to an allergic reaction which Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml can successfully prevent.
#7. Will Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Affect My Sexual Activity?
No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.
#8. Can I Take Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml During My Pregnancy?
No, Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy unless it’s extremely necessary and under the care and supervision of a medical professional.
#9. Is It SAFE To Have Painkillers While Taking Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml?
Not all pain killers are safe to be ingested while undergoing treatment with Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml. Opioid painkillers have been shown to react negatively with Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml.
#10. Can Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Cause Dizziness? If So, How Should I Manage It?
Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.
#11. Is Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Safe to Give To Elderly Patients?
Yes. This drug can be easily and safely prescribed to patients above 18 years of age. For elderly patients the dosage of the drug may be lower than normal due to decreased kidney function, Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml may not be effectively removed from the body and so, in such cases, the doctor may prescribe an altered dose of the Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml.
#12. Does Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml Cause Addiction?
No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.
#13. How Long Will I Have To Continue Taking The Medication?
Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml is prescribed to be ingested for no longer than 2 weeks or as advised by your doctor.
#14. Can I Consume Alcohol With Allerphene 2mg/5ml Syrup 450 ml?
Alcohol is known to make an individual dizzy, thus if taken with the medication may lead to extreme dizziness. It is best to avoid the intake of alcohol during your treatment.
Additional information
Type | Syrup |
---|---|
Feature | 2mg/5ml |
Unit | ml |
Formula | Chlorpheniramine |
Composition | Chlorpheniramine 2 mg / 5 ml |
Brand | P.D.H Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd |
Prescription Required | Yes |