Description
This medicine is sold under the discretion of a Well Pharmacist.
You will be required to answer a few short questions to ensure this medicine is suitable for you.
Piriton Syrup is a medicine that is intended to be used to treat the symptoms associated with hay fever and other allergies.
How to Use
The syrup should be taken using the provided spoon and taken by the mouth. The recommended dosages vary based on the age of the user. The recommended dosages are:
- Children aged 1-2 – ONE 2.5ml spoonful twice a day
- Children aged 2-6 – ONE 2.5ml spoonful every 4-6 hours
- Children aged 6-12 – ONE 5ml spoonful every 4-6 hours
- Adults and children aged over 12 – TWO 5ml spoonfuls every 4-6 hour
Warnings
May cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcoholic drink.
If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Storage
Store below 25ºC. Protect from light.
Precautions
This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.
Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.
Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Ingredients
Chlorphenamine Maleate.
Also contains: Sucrose, Glycerol, Ethanol and a mixture of Methyl, Ethyl and Propyl Hydroxybenzoates (E218, E214 and E216). See patient information leaflet for further advice.
