Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
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115ml Expectorant in Bottle
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Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant Description
The Pririton expectorant has a combination of three medicines, chlorpheniramine maleate, sodium citrate and ammonium chloride. It is used to treat cough and relieve the symptoms of cough.
Product Summary
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Contains | Ammonium Chloride(125.0 Mg) + Sodium Citrate(55.0 Mg) + Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine(2.5 Mg) |
Uses | Cough relief, Allergic symptoms |
Side effects | Feeling sick, dry mouth, drowsiness, dizziness, blurry vision |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
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Uses of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
- Cough relief
- Pain in shoulder joints or arthritis
- Controlling symptoms of allergy due to hay fever, food, etc. and rashes
Contraindications of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
- Allergy to antihistamine category of medicines or chlorpheniramine
- Hypersensitivity to any other contents of the expectorant
- If monoamine oxidase inhibitor medicines (given for depression) have been taken in the last 14 days
- Along with other antihistamine medicines, including those used for cough or cold
Side effects of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
- Drowsiness
- Problems in concentration
- Vision blurring
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Dry mouth
Precautions and Warnings of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
Pregnancy
Q:
Is taking the Pririton expectorant safe during pregnancy?
A:
It should not be used in pregnant women unless deemed necessary by a physician.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Is it okay to take Pririton expectorant when I'm breastfeeding?
A:
The chlorpheniramine component may be secreted into breast milk and cause problems. Therefore, it should not be used in nursing mothers.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive after taking the Pririton expectorant?
A:
If you experience side effects like drowsiness, blurring of vision, avoid driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol after taking the Pririton expectorant?
A:
Ask the doctor about the safety of consuming alcohol while taking Pririton expectorant.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are taking medicines, even those not prescribed by a doctor
- You have heart failure, or problems of the heart
- You suffer from high blood pressure
- You have swelling of lower legs or hands
- You have lung congestion or other lung disorders llike asthma
- You have diabetes
- You suffer from inflammation of the lungs or the airways
- You are taking other medicines for cough or cold
- You suffer from obstruction in parts of the intestine that obstruct passage of food
- You suffer from glaucoma or epilepsy
- You have an enlarged prostate gland
- Your kidney or liver function is impaired
- You are above 60 years of age
- You have fructose intolerance or glucose absorption problems or sucrose insufficiency
- You have other conditions not mentioned above
- Your symptoms do not subside after some time of taking the medicine
Mode of Action of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
How Does It Work?
Chlorpheniramine works by stopping the release of a chemical called histamine which is produced when the body is exposed to substances that cause allergy. The sodium citrate component acts by neutralizing the excess acid in the stomach. Ammonium chloride promotes the expulsion of mucus (cough) and help relieve coughing....
Directions for Use of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
- Take the expectorant exactly as told by the doctor
- Do not use without consultation
- Clean your teeth regularly and properly to avoid risk of getting cavities
- Do not take the medicine for a long period of time
- It should not be given to children below 12 months of age
Interactions of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicines for sleep troubles or anxiety may increase sleepiness and cause excess sedation if given with Pririton
- Alcohol may also cause excess sedation if given with Pririton
- The chlorpheniramine component inhibits phenytoin breakdown in the body and cause its toxicity
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors can enhance anticholinergic effects of the chlorpheniramine
Storage and disposal of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
Store at room temperature in a cool and dry place. Do not use it beyond the expiration date. Do not throw it away in the sewage water.
Dosage of Piriton Bottle Of 115ml Expectorant
Overdose
Contact the doctor if you suspect overdosage.
Missed a Dose
Take the forgotten dose when you remember. But if it is almost time for another dose, do not take it.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Am I required to take any other precautions while taking this medicine?
A: You should stay hydrated while taking this medicine and inform the doctor if your cough persists even after taking the entire course prescribed.
Q: Why are diabetes patients advised against using this expectorant?
A: The expectorant contains higher amount of sugar, hence, diabetes patients should monitor their glucose levels more carefully.
Q: I feel little difficulty in breathing after taking this expectorant. What should I do?
A: If your symptoms do not subside, you should call your doctor. Whenever in doubt, you must report it first to your doctor.
Q: Is the expectorant safe for use in children?
A: Children and elderly patients are more prone to side effects of the medicine and may require dose adjustment.
References
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- Piriton Syrup - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 14 March 2022]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3928/smpc#gref
- Chlorpheniramine Ammonium Chloride & Sodium Citrate Syrup Manufacturer & Supplier India | Buy Online [Internet]. https://wellonapharma.com/. 2022 [cited 23 March 2022]. Available from: https://wellonapharma.com/product/finished/chlorpheniramine-maleate-ammonium-chloride-and-sodium-citrate-syrup
- Sodium citrate [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2022 [cited 23 March 2022]. Available from: https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Sodium-citrate
Product Details
Brand
PIRITON
Country of Origin
India
Expires on or After
21/02/2025
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