Sudafed Decongestant Liquid Sudafed Decongestant Liquid provides relief from the symptoms of blocked nose or sinuses & catarrh associated with colds in adults & children over 6 years of age. It contains pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, a decongestant that relieves nasal & sinus congestion. Directions For oral use only. Always shake the bottle thoroughly before use. There is a double-ended spoon in the pack
- do not overfill the spoon. Adults & children aged 12 years & over: Take two large 5ml spoonfuls every 4-6 hours, up to 4 times a day. Children aged 6 to 12 years: Give one large 5ml spoonful every 4-6 hours, up to 4 times a day. Do not give to a child under 12 years old for more than 5 days without the advice of a doctor. Children under 6 years: Do not give. Leave at least 4 hours between doses. Do not take more than 4 doses in 24 hours. If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your doctor. Ingredients Active Ingredient (per 5ml): Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride: 30mg. Other Ingredients: Citric Acid Monohydrate, Sucrose, Glycerol, Methyl Hydroxybenzoate (E218), Sodium Benzoate (E211), Ponceau 4R (E124), Raspberry Flavour & Water. Cautions Each 5ml of this medicine contains 3.5 g of sucrose. This may be harmful to your teeth. This should be taken into account in patients with diabetes mellitus. If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine. Do not use Sudafed Decongestant Liquid: If you have ever had a bad reaction (e.g. rash, swelling of the face & throat, difficulty breathing) to any of the ingredients. If you have high blood pressure or heart disease. If you have diabetes. If you have a phaeochromocytoma (rare tumour that affects your heart rate & blood pressure). If you have an overactive thyroid. If you have closed angle glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye). If you have severe kidney problems. If you are taking beta blockers (used to treat high blood pressure). If you are taking, or have taken in the last two weeks, drugs for depression known as Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) or Reversible Inhibitors of Monoamine Oxidase (RIMAs). If you are taking any other cough & cold medicine. For children under 6 years old. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Sudafed Decongestant Liquid: If you have kidney problems. If you have blocked arteries or veins (occlusive vascular disease). If you have been diagnosed with an intolerance to some sugars. If you are taking any other medicines If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.