Instructions for Theraflu JUNIOR
Pharmacological properties Theraflu:
paracetamol is an antipyretic analgesic. Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a sympathomimetic. Its action is primarily associated with direct stimulation of adrenergic receptors, mainly α-adrenergic receptors. Phenylephrine hydrochloride reduces swelling of the nasal mucosa. Ascorbic acid is a vital vitamin that is added to the drug to compensate for the loss of vitamin C that occurs at the onset of a viral infection. The active ingredients of the drug do not cause drowsiness.
Indications Theraflu:
Symptomatic treatment for flu and colds (to relieve headache, chills, nasal congestion, sore throat and sinuses).
Application Theraflu:
The drug Theraflu is intended for oral administration. The contents of 1 sachet must be dissolved in approximately 125 ml of hot water. Stir until completely dissolved, add cold water if necessary.
Children aged 6 years and older: single dose - 1 sachet. If necessary, taking the drug can be repeated every 4 hours. The maximum daily dose is 6 sachets. Do not exceed the indicated dose of the drug. Duration of use of the drug for more than 5 days is possible as prescribed by a doctor
Contraindications Theraflu:
Hypersensitivity to any component of the drug; severe violations of liver and / or kidney function, hypertension, hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, heart disease, pregnancy. The drug Theraflu is contraindicated in patients taking tricyclic antidepressants and β-adrenergic receptor blockers or those who take or have taken MAO inhibitors within the last 2 weeks. Children under 6 years of age.
Side effects Theraflu:
Adverse reactions when taking paracetamol are rare (1/10 000, ≤ 1/1000).
On the part of the cardiovascular system: edema;
from the immune system: allergic reactions (including angioedema);
from the gastrointestinal tract: bleeding, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting;
from the hepatobiliary system: liver dysfunction, liver failure, liver necrosis, jaundice;
from the side of the central nervous system: tremor, headache, impaired consciousness;
mental disorders: depression, hallucinations;
on the part of the skin: rash, itching, urticaria, purpura, excessive sweating;
other disorders: visual impairments, dizziness, vertigo, anxiety, fever, sedation, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis.
special instructions Theraflu:
Simultaneous use with other drugs Theraflu for the symptomatic treatment of influenza and colds, vasoconstrictor drugs for the treatment of rhinitis , as well as drugs containing paracetamol should be avoided . Do not exceed the indicated dose of the drug.
The use of the drug Theraflu by patients following a hyponatric diet is possible after consulting a doctor (each sachet contains 0.06 g of sodium).
Combined administration with warfarin is possible only as directed by a doctor.
During pregnancy and breastfeeding. The use of the drug during pregnancy is not recommended.
During breastfeeding, the use of the drug is possible only if the expected benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the child. Use only under medical supervision.
Children. It is not recommended to use the drug in children under 6 years of age.
Impact on the ability to drive vehicles or work with equipment. Coldrex Junior Hotrem does not cause the development of drowsiness and does not affect the ability to drive vehicles or work with complex mechanisms.
Interactions Theraflu:
The anticoagulant effect of warfarin and other coumarins can be enhanced with simultaneous long-term regular use of paracetamol with an increased risk of bleeding. Metoclopramide and domperidone can increase the rate of absorption of paracetamol , and cholestyramine can decrease it. With short-term use in accordance with the recommended dosage regimen, these interactions have no clinical significance.
The interaction between phenylephrine and MAO inhibitors causes a hypertensive effect. Phenylephrine reduces the effectiveness of β-adrenergic receptor blockers and other antihypertensive drugs. The use of Coldrex Junior Hotrem, containing phenylephrine , is not recommended for patients taking the above drugs.
Overdose Theraflu:
An overdose of paracetamol can cause the development of liver failure. The risk of developing an overdose is increased in patients with liver disease. In case of an overdose of paracetamol , emergency medical attention is required, even in the absence of symptoms. Paracetamol antidotes are N-acetylcysteine and methionine .
An overdose of phenylephrine can cause the development of headaches, pallor of the skin, an increase in blood pressure, reflex bradycardia, extrasystole, nausea and vomiting are also possible. Theraflu
In case of an overdose, gastric lavage, intake of activated charcoal, symptomatic therapy is necessary.