Product Use
Piriton Allergy Tablets are used to treat the allergic symptoms (runny or itchy nose with or without stuffiness) caused by hayfever and other allergies e.g. pet and house dust mite allergies. They relieve itchiness, redness, swelling, tenderness and irritation associated with many allergic skin problems. Piriton Allergy Tablets also relieves the itchy skin rash of chickenpox.
Piriton Allergy Tablets contain the active ingredient chlorphenamine. Chlorphenamine belongs to a group of drugs called antihistamines which help relieve the symptoms of some allergies and itchy skin rashes.
Piriton Allergy Tablets are suitable for adults and children aged 6 years and over and can be taken for the following:
hayfever and other allergies e.g. pet, house dust mite and mould spore allergies
nettle rash and hives
skin allergies and dermatitis
prickly heat and heat rash
allergic reactions to food, food additives or medicines
insect bites and stings
the itchy rash of chickenpox
Instructions
Adults: 1 tablet 4-6 hourly. Maximum 6 tablets in 24 hours. Children 6-12 years: half a tablet 4-6 hourly. Maximum 3 tablets in 24 hours. Not recommended under 6 years
Cautions
Do not take these tablets if you:
Are allergic to antihistamines or to any of the ingredients listed above.
Have taken drugs for depression called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) within the last 14 days.
Please see your doctor before you take these tablets if you:
Have epilepsy, glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, an overactive thyroid, very high blood pressure, or heart, liver or lung disease.
Are taking drugs to treat anxiety or to help you sleep.
Are taking any medicine containing phenytoin for epilepsy.
Taking this medicine with food and drink:
As with other antihistamines the effects of alcohol may be increased.
Pregnancy and breast feeding:
Medicines should not be used during pregnancy, or breast feeding, without seeking advice from a doctor.
Driving and using machines:
These tablets may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision and loss of co-ordination. If you experience any of these effects do not drive or operate machinery.
Important information about some of the ingredients of the tablets:
This medicine contains lactose. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking.
You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use
Ingredients
Round, bi-convex, yellow tablet engraved with P to one side of breakline, with a breakline only on the reverse containing:
Chlorphenamine Maleate 4mg
