PHENERGAN SYRUP

Uses and Benefits of PHENERGAN SYRUP (PROMETHAZINE (5MG/5ML))

Promethazine syrup is mainly used to treat allergic conditions and related symptoms.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Relief of allergic symptoms like sneezing, runny nose, itching and watery eyes
• Treatment of allergic skin conditions such as hives and itching
• Relief of nausea and vomiting, including motion sickness
• Symptomatic relief of cough and cold
• Short-term help with sleeplessness due to allergy symptoms

HOW IT WORKS

• It blocks histamine, a chemical released by the body during allergic reactions
• This reduces swelling, itching, redness and other allergy symptoms
• It also acts on the brain to reduce nausea and cause drowsiness, which helps with sleep and vomiting

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not a cure for infections such as cold or flu viruses
• It does not treat the underlying cause of allergies, only the symptoms
• It is not recommended for regular long-term use as a sleep aid
• It should not be used in children under 2 years due to serious breathing risks

Side Effects of PHENERGAN SYRUP (PROMETHAZINE (5MG/5ML))

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Constipation

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Restlessness, especially in children
• Low blood pressure on standing up
• Increased appetite
• Thickening of mucus

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Difficulty breathing or severe wheezing
• Swelling of face, lips, tongue or throat
• Irregular heartbeat
• Seizures or fits
• Severe confusion or hallucinations
• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

How to Use PHENERGAN SYRUP (PROMETHAZINE (5MG/5ML))

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with a measuring cup or spoon for accurate dosing
• Can be taken with or without food, but taking with food may reduce stomach upset
• Avoid driving or operating machinery after taking it, as it can cause drowsiness
• Do not increase the dose or frequency on your own
• Shake the bottle well before use if instructed on the label

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take it as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue your normal schedule
• Do not take double doses to make up for a missed dose

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep the bottle tightly closed
• Keep out of reach of children
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the label
• Discard any unused syrup as per pharmacist guidance after the recommended period once opened

Safety Information and Precautions for PHENERGAN SYRUP (PROMETHAZINE (5MG/5ML))

This medicine is available only with a doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to promethazine or other antihistamines
• Are a child younger than 2 years
• Have severe liver disease
• Are in a coma or have severe central nervous system depression

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have asthma or breathing problems
• Have glaucoma or difficulty passing urine due to enlarged prostate
• Have epilepsy or a history of seizures
• Have heart disease or low blood pressure
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Are elderly, as you may be more sensitive to side effects

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other sedating medicines, sleeping pills or tranquilizers
• Alcohol, which can increase drowsiness
• Medicines for depression, including MAO inhibitors
• Other antihistamines or cold and cough medicines
• Medicines that affect heart rhythm

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I take this medicine daily for a long time?

It should only be used for the duration and frequency advised by your doctor, not as a routine long-term medicine.

Will this medicine make me feel sleepy the next day?

Yes, some drowsiness can continue into the next day, so avoid driving or important tasks until you know how it affects you.

Can children take this syrup?

• Only children above the age advised by the doctor should take it, and the dose must be exactly as prescribed.
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