Zistan Syrup 2 Mg/5 ml 100 ml

Description

This medicine contains Chlorphenamine Maleate, which belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines, which act to relieve the symptoms of allergic reactions. It can be used to relieve itching and redness of the skin and swelling associated with allergies, insect bites, hayfever and other allergic conditions including reactions to food and medicines and year round sneezing and runny nose. Also indicated for the symptomatic relief of itching associated with Chicken pox. How to use Always take Zistan Syrup as your doctor has told you to. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure. The usual dose is as follows: Children of 12 to 23 months 2.5 ml Up to 2 times in 24 hours, if you need to Children of 2 to 5 years 2.5 ml Up to 6 times in 24 hours, if you need to Children of 6 to 11 years 5 ml Up to 6 times in 24 hours, if you need to Children of 12 years and over, and adults 10 ml 6 times in 24 hours, if you need to Do not give to children under 1 year. Do not give more than the amount recommended above. If symptoms do not go away within 5 days talk to your pharmacist or doctor. Warnings and precautions Do not give If your child is under 1 year If your child is having an asthma attack If your child is allergic to any of the ingredients, or any other antihistamines (your child may have had a rash, difficulty breathing, swollen lips or face after taking them) If your child is taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (for depression) or has taken them in the last 14 days Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if your child: Has epilepsy, heart or circulatory disease, liver problems Has high blood pressure or glaucoma Has asthma, bronchitis or bronchiectasis Has an overactive thyroid If your child has difficulty passing urine If your child has an obstruction in their intestine If your child has a rare blood disease called porphyria Side Effects Most people will not have problems, but some may get some. Drowsiness (which may make your child fall asleep) Dizziness, blurred vision, headaches, fits Dry mouth, difficulty in passing urine, sweating Skin rash, sensitivity to sunlight, other allergic reactions Indigestion, stomach pain, loss of appetite Tremors, muscle pain or weakness, impaired movement or co-ordination, pins and needles Change in heart rate, palpitations, low blood pressure, ringing in the ears, hair loss Blood problems such as anaemia, weariness Sleep disturbance Liver problems (which may cause yellowing of the skin or eyes) Chest pain Cough, phlegm on the chest – these may be caused by thickened bronchial secretions (mucous) in your lungs Difficulty concentrating, irritability, depression Hyperactivity in children Confusion in the elderly Very young children and elderly adults may be more likely to get some of these side effects. Storage Information Store below 30° C, Protect from light Use within 3 months after opening Ingredients The active substance: Each 5 ml of Zistan syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate 2 mg. Specifications Zistan syrup is clear, orange coloured solution with orange flavour