Piriton Syrup (Chlorphenamine) 150ml

Piriton Allergy Syrup 150ml

What is Piriton Allergy Syrup?

Piriton Allergy Syrup is an antihistamine syrup suitable for the symptomatic relief of:

• hayfever and other allergies e.g. pet, house dust mite & mold spore allergies

• nettle rash, hives, heat rash, prickly heat & dermatitis

• reactions to food, food additives, medicines & insect bites.

Piriton also effectively relieves the itchy rash and burning feeling of chickenpox.
 

What is the active ingredient in Piriton Syrup?

The active ingredient in Piriton is chlorphenamine maleate. This works by blocking the histamine your body produces when you come into contact with an allergen. This keeps the histamine from telling your body to react to the allergen, effectively preventing symptoms.

Also Available: 

Piriton 30 Tablets

Piriton 60 Tablets
 

What is an Antihistamine?
 

When you are in contact with something you’re allergic to, such as pollen, your body begins to produce histamine. Histamine is an immune response to allergic substances and causes symptoms like watery eyes and sneezing with the intention to remove the allergen from your body. Antihistamines block histamine receptors, helping to prevent those symptoms from occurring right from the start.
 

Warnings and Precautions

May cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery.

Avoid alcoholic drinks.

Speak to your GP before using if:

• You are taking MAOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors), which are used for depression, or have taken them within the last 14 days.

• You are taking any medications to treat anxiety or help you sleep.

• You are taking any other medications containing antihistamines, including cough or cold medicines.

• You are taking medicines for epilepsy, e.g., phenytoin

• You are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.

• You have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy.

 Do not take if:

• You are allergic to chlorphenamine or any of the other ingredients this medicine contains.

Ingredients

Active ingredient: Chlorphenamine maleate

Other ingredients: Sucrose, Glycerol, Ethanol, Tingle flavor, Peppermint oil, Water, A mixture of methyl, ethyl, and propyl, Hydroxybenzoates (E 218, E 214, and E 216) – as a preservative

How do I take Piriton Syrup?

Dosage:

For oral use. Use the two-headed spoon provided.

1-2 years: One small 2.5ml spoonful twice daily. Maximum daily dose: 2 small 2.5ml spoonfuls (5ml).

2-6 years: One small 2.5ml spoonful every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 6 small 2.5ml spoonfuls (15ml).

6-12 years: One large 5ml spoonful every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 6 large 5ml spoonfuls (30ml).

Adults and children over 12 years: Two large 5ml spoonfuls (10ml) every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 12 large 5ml spoonfuls (60ml).

What are the side effects of Piriton Syrup?

Common side effects include:

• feeling sick (nausea)

• sleepy

• dizzy

You may also have difficulty concentrating, a dry mouth, headaches, or blurred vision.

If you have a severe allergic reaction stop use straight away and seek medical assistance as soon as possible. 

Also if you have any concerns about the side effects speak to your GP or our pharmacist.