MACBERY 125MG/2.5MG/1MG TABLET

MACBERY 125MG/2.5MG/1MG TABLET


MACLEODS PHARMA
1 STRIP (10 TABLET(S))
*This medicine require prescription*
Salts Substitutes
Salts
Uses

Chlorpheniramine comes alone and in combination with fever and pain reducers, expectorants, cough suppressants, and decongestants


Mechanism of Action

Chlorpheniramine lowers or stops the body'sreaction to the allergen


Dosage
Adult- Allergic conditions- 4 mg 4-6 hourly. Max: 24 mgday IVIMSC- Adjunct in anaphylactic shock- 10-20 mg. Total max: 40 mgday

Side Effects
Drowsiness and chest mucus Headache, excitability, fatigue, nervousness and dizziness Nausea, dry mouth, diarrhea, abdominal pain, increased appetite and weight Urinary retention and urinary frequency Joint pain and weakness Double vision Inflammation of pharynx

Warnings/Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, sugar, blood vessel problems, stroke, increased eye pressure, intestinal blockage, ulcer, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding It may cause dizziness, drowsiness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication If there is no improvement in your health condition after 1 week of treatment, consult with your doctor Avoid exposure to sunlight
Uses

Headache muscle aches arthritis backache toothaches colds fevers


Mechanism of Action
  • Paracetamol exhibits analgesic action by peripheral blockage of pain impulse generation
  • It produces antipyresis by inhibiting the hypothalamic heat-regulating centre
  • Its weak anti-inflammatory activity is related to inhibition of prostaglandin synthesis in the CNS

Dosage
Adults -0.5-1gm, 3-6 times daily max 4gm Children -15mg/kg/dose or 60mg/kg/24hour divided every 6 hours. Maximum 5 doses SOS (if needed)

Side Effects
Abnormal blood cell counts Blisters Runny nose Skin reddening Swollen facial features Liver damage Abnormalities of blood cells

Warnings/Precautions
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, bleeding problems, growths in the nose, heart, kidney or liver disease, liver inflammation, high blood pressure, chickenpox, anxiety, trouble in sleeping, ulcers, stomach problems, stroke, Kawasaki syndrome, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding Avoid alcohol consumption It should not be used in children with infections such as flu, chickenpox or viral infections Avoid large amount of caffeinated beverages while taking this medication. It may reduce platelet counts; avoid injury or bruising
Uses

Phenylephrineis used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian tube Phenylephrine is a decongestant and is used to relieve blocked nose caused by common cold or in seasonal nasal allergies (hay fever)


Mechanism of Action
  • Phenylephrine is a sympathomimetic with mainly direct effects on alpha-adrenergic receptors and weak beta-adrenergic activity
  • It causes vasoconstriction of the arterioles of the nasal mucosa and conjunctiva; activates the dilator muscle of the pupil to cause contraction; produces vasoconstriction of arterioles in the body and produces systemic arterial vasoconstriction

Dosage
Oral -Nasal congestion - Adult:As hydrochloride: 10 mg every 4 hour, max 60 mg daily; or 12 mg up to 4 times daily Child:2-6 yr: As tannate salt: 1.87-3.75 mg every 12 hour. 6-12 yr: As hydrochloride salt: 10 mg every 4 hour; as tannate salt: 3.75-7.5 mg every 12 hour. >12 yr: As hydrochloride salt: 10-20 mg every 4 hour; as tannate salt: 7.5-15 mg every 12 hour Nasal -Nasal congestion - Adult:0.25 to 1% solution: Instill as nasal drops or a spray into each nostril every 4 hour as needed Child:2-6 yr: 0.125% or 0.16% solution: 2-3 drops into each nostril every 4 hour as needed; 6-12 yr: 0.25% solution: 2-3 drops, or 1-2 sprays, into each nostril every 4 hour as needed

Side Effects
Restlessness Difficulty in passing urine Swelling of the face Bradycardia Difficulty in breathing

Warnings/Precautions
Oral phenylephrine should be taken with food Phenylephrine can make you restless, so don't take it too close to bedtime Do not use this medicine without doctor's advice if you are pregnant or breast feeding Smoking may worsen the effect; therefore use of tobacco should be avoided
Substitutes
FOLLOW US