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SYRUP FOR DECONGESTION is a brand name for Pseudoephedrine. The medicine, its uses, side effects and dosage are the same regardless of brand.
Used for: For the relief of nasal and sinus congestion without causing drowsiness.
Verbatim from this product's MHRA label. Tap a section to expand.
For oral administration.
Adults and children over 12 years:
Two 5ml spoonfuls four times a day.
Children under 12 years:
Not recommended.
Elderly:
There is no need for dosage reduction in the elderly.
Adverse effects may include restlessness, tremor, insomnia, tachycardia, cardiac arrhythmias, palpitations, hypertension, nausea, vomiting and headache and occasionally urinary retention in males.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor. Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Warning:
Do not exceed the stated dose.
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients. Avoid in patients with cardiovascular disease, diabetes mellitus, closed angle glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, prostatic enlargement and phaeochromocytoma.
Not medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet and follow your prescriber or pharmacist.
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