Rinofed-Plus Syrup 120 ml

• Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/paracetamol is a medicine which is used to relieve fever, the symptoms of colds, flu and allergies including sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, nasal congestion and blocked sinuses. 


 

The syrup contains:

• pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, which is a decongestant that relieves nasal and sinus congestion.


• Triprolidine hydrochloride which is an antihistamine that helps stop sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes. 


• Paracetamol, which is used to treat pain and fever.


• This medicine is for use in adults and children aged over 2 years.


 

Do not take this medicine:

• If you have ever had a bad reaction to any of the ingredients. 


• If you have high blood pressure or heart disease. 


• If you have diabetes.


 

Warnings and precautions

Tell your doctor about all of your health conditions, including:

• If you have kidney or liver problems.


• If you have alcohol dependence.


• If you have bronchitis, emphysema or asthma.


• If you are susceptible to glaucoma.


• If you have blocked arteries or veins.


• If you are being treated for a thyroid disorder.


• If you have prostate problems.


 

Possible side effects

• Like all medicines Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/paracetamol can have side-effects, although not everybody gets them.


 

 If you experience any of the following, stop taking this medicine and seek immediate medical help:

• Severe Allergic reactions, hallucinations, paranoid delusions or seizures and sudden onset of fever. Other side effects include:


• Headache.


• Difficulty sleeping, nervousness, dizziness.


• Difficulty performing tasks.


• Drowsiness.


• Blurred Vision.


• Thickened mucus, dry mouth or nausea.


• Confusion or depression.


• Tremors, shakiness or slurred speech.


• Low blood pressure.


• Heart attack.


• Tingling or numbness of hands or feet.


• High blood pressure.


• Nose bleeds, dry nose or dry throat.


• Stomach pain or vomiting.


• Pain when passing water.


• Reduced blood flow to the optic nerve.


 

Other medicines and Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/paracetamol 

Do not take this medicine if you are taking any other medicines, including drugs used to treat:

• Sleep disorders.


• Mood disorders.


• Anxiety and tension.


• Cramps or spasms.


• High blood pressure.


• Heart rhythms or contractions.


• Contractions during childbirth.


 

How to take Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/paracetamol 

Children 2-12 years:

• 5ml up to 4 times per day.


 

Adults and children aged 12 years and over:

• 10ml up to 4 times per day.


 

How to store Triprolidine/pseudoephedrine/paracetamol 

• Store below 25°C.


• Store in the original package to protect from light and moisture.


• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.


• Do not use this medicine after the end of the month shown as an expiry date on the packaging.


• Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.


• Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required.


• These measures will help to protect the environment.