Phenergan Elixir 120Ml

Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Promethazine HCl

Used For

Allergy

How it works

It contain a medicine called promethazine hydrochloride. This belongs to a group of medicines called phenothiazines. It works by blocking a natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. It also works directly on the brain to help you feel more relaxed.

Dosage

Promethazine HCl

Side Effects

• Dry mouth, blurred vision or you cannot pass water (urine) • Feeling drowsy or sleepy, tiredness, disorientation, having nightmares, headaches, feeling restless • Loss of appetite (anorexia), indigestion • Feeling dizzy, lightheaded, faint (hypotension) • Feeling confused, especially in elderly people • Being more sensitive to the sun than usual. If this happens keep out of direct sunlight and do not use sun lamps • Unpleasant sensation or an overwhelming urge to move the legs (also called Restless Legs Syndrome).

Drug Interactions

• Some medicines for depression called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) • Anticholinergic medicines •Amitriptyline • Medicines to help you to sleep or feel more relaxed (such as diazepam or zolpidem) .

Indication

It is used to treat the following conditions: • For short term use: to treat adults with difficulty in sleeping (insomnia) • To treat allergic conditions such as hay fever or rashes (like nettle rash or hives) • To treat or stop you feeling sick (nausea) or being sick (vomiting) such as travel sickness • For short term use: as a sedative for children aged 5 years and above

When not to Use

Do not take this medicine if:The person taking the medicine is under 5 years of age ; You are allergic (hypersensitive) to promethazine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients in the list ; The signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue.

Precaution

Use this medicine only as recommended. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

Warning 1

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if you have difficulty in breathing, wheezing, tightness in the chest (asthma) or an infection in your lungs (bronchitis).

Warning 2

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if You have any serious heart problems .

Warning 3

Check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking your medicine if you have a stomach blockage or difficulty in passing water (urine).

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.