Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml
Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml
Description
Phenergan Liquid is used to treat allergies, insomnia and nausea.
Key Benefits:
- Treat nausea, insomnia and allergies within 20 minutes
- Helps to treat motion sickness
- Effects can last up to 12 hours
Phenergan Elixir is a treatment that helps to relieve to effects of allergies such as hay fever, pet allergies, dust allergies, and other allergy types. It can also be used as an aid for sleep loss as well as for motion sickness. The active ingredient is promethazine, a first-generation antihistamine.
Using promethazine will make you feel sleepy after about 20 minutes. It can sometimes take up to 12 hours for the effects to wear off. If you're using Phenergan Elixir for the treatment of a cold, nausea, or allergies it should also start to improve your symptoms within 20 minutes.
Phenergan should only be used for short term uses:
- Treating adults with insomnia
- Treating allergies such as hay fever or rashes
- To reduce nauseousness (and travel sickness)
The Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution is used to block histamine which is produced by the body when you're having an allergic reaction. This helps to provide fast relief. Blocking histamine receptors in the part of the brain that controls vomiting can also relieve symptoms of nausea.
Phenergan Elixir can also be used to aid people suffering from sleeping problems by working directly on the brain to make you feel relaxed.
Ingredients
Each 5ml contains 5mg of Promethazine Hydrochloride as active ingredient.
Other Ingredients: Hydrogenated Glucose Syrup (Maltitol Liquid), Orange Juice Flavour, Caramel (E150), Sodium Benzoate (E211), Sodium Sulphite Anhydrous (E221), Sodium Metabisulphite (E223), Ascorbic Acid (E300), Citric Acid Anhydrous (E330), Sodium Citrate (E331), Acesulphame Potassium (E950) and Water.
Usage and Instructions
Phenergan Elixir can be used to treat allergies, insomnia and nausea in patients from 2 years old ongoing, so the most effective dosage will differ from patient to patient.
How long does Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml take to work?
Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml generally starts working in around 30 minutes. It may take a little quicker or even a little longer to work. This depends on a number of different factors and from person to person. Chat to our pharmacist, who’ll be able to give you more guidance.
How does Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml work?
When you have an allergic reaction, your body produces a chemical called histamine. Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml blocks histamine receptors in your brain, which helps to relieve allergy symptoms.
How long does Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml stay in your system?
Generally speaking, Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml will mostly be out of your system in two to four days. However, the time it takes to leave your system also depends on a number of factors such as your metabolism, age, health, weight, the amount you take and how often you take it.
For hayfever and allergies:
Children 2-5:
Give 1-3 5ml spoonfuls once a day, or 1-2 5ml spoonfuls twice a day.
Children 5-10:
A single dose of 1-5 spoonfuls, or one or two 5ml spoonfuls twice a day.
Children over 10 and adults:
Two 5ml spoonfuls twice a day. This can be increased to up to four spoonfuls up to three times a day
For travel sickness:
Children 2-5:
Give One 5ml spoonful on the night before the journey. This can be repeated 6-8 hours later if needed.
Children 5-10: T
Two 5ml spoonfuls the night before. Another dose can be taken 6-8 hours later.
Children over 10 and adults:
Up to five 5ml spoonfuls at night before the journey begins. If necessary, take another dose after 6-8 hours.
This Phenergan syrup can also be used as a sedative for a short-term period:
Children 2-5:
Give 3-4 5ml spoonfuls at nighttime.
Children 5-10:
4-5 5ml spoonfuls at nighttime.
Children over 10 and adults:
Use of tablets instead is recommended.
Warnings
Can you take Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml when pregnant?
It’s relatively safe to take Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml when you’re pregnant, but only for very short periods. Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant. Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml shouldn't be taken 2 weeks before birth. You also shouldn't take Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml if you are breastfeeding as small amounts may pass into your milk, which can be harmful to your baby. Speak to our pharmacist or your GP for expert advice before taking this medicine when you’re pregnant.
Are there any other warnings?
Don't use Phenergan Elixir after the bottle has been open for more than a month and always check the expiry date. Also, don't drink alcohol while taking Phenergan Elixir, as it can affect how the medicine works. If you notice a side effect when using, speak to a doctor or our pharmacist as soon as possible.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking Phenergan Elixir if:
You have difficulty breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest (asthma) or an infection in your lungs (bronchitis).
You have epilepsy.
You have any serious heart problems.
You have liver or kidney problems.
You have a stomach blockage or difficulty passing water (urine).
You have increased pressure in the eye (narrow angle glaucoma).
You have had something called Reye's Syndrome or possible Reye's Syndrome – signs include being sick and confused following a viral illness.
Side Effects
Do Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml make you sleepy?
Yes, Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml will make you sleepy. If that's the case, don't drive or use any machinery or tools. Apart from allergies, Phenergan Elixir 5mg/5ml Oral Solution 100ml is also used for short-term sleep problems, feeling or being sick and to treat cough and cold symptoms.
Are there any other side effects?
The following are some of the side effects that may be associated with promethazine:
- Feeling tired or sleepy.
- Dizziness.
- Feeling restless.
- Headache.
- Nightmares.
- Feeling disorientated.
- Blurred vision.
- Dry mouth.
- Difficulty passing urine.
- Confusion, particularly in elderly people.
- Excitability in children.
- Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight (photosensitivity). If you can't avoid strong sunlight, use a sunscreen lotion or make sure your skin is protected with clothing.
