
Actifed Multi-Action tablets provide symptomatic relief of upper respiratory tract disorders including allergic rhinitis, vasomotor rhinitis, the common cold & influenza. It contains ingredients which works in two ways: An antihistamine action to relieve the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing & a drying action to relieve other symptoms of colds, flu & hayfever such as runny noses & watery eyes. Actifed Multi-Action Tablets contain a decongestant to relieve nasal congestion as well as blocked sinuses & catarrh. How does it work? Multi-action Actifed tablets contain two active ingredients, pseudoephedrine & triprolidine. The combination of antihistamine & decongestant in Actifed tablets is used to relieve the symptoms of nasal allergies, colds & flu. How does Pseudoephedrine work? Pseudoephedrine is a type of medicine called a decongestant. It helps to reduce the feeling of congestion & also reduces the production of mucus. Pseudoephedrine can be used to relieve a blocked nose & sinus congestion associated with conditions such as nasal allergies, colds & flu. How does Triprolidine work? Triprolidine is a type of medicine called a sedating antihistamine. It works by preventing the actions of histamine. Histamine is a chemical produced naturally by the body that has many effects, including the production of allergic symptoms, such as a runny nose. Blocking histamine receptors prevents the actions of histamine, which reduces the production of mucus in the nose.