H1 histamine receptor antagonist; competes for H1-receptor sites in target cells in the respiratory tract, blood vessels, and gastrointestinal tract.
Chlorpheniramine is a sedative first generation anti-histamine
Phenylephrine is a decongestant used for reducing nasal congestion caused by allergies or the common cold.
Phenylephrine causes blood vessels in the nasal passages to shrink (vasoconstrictor).
Vasoconstriction reduces nasal congestion by preventing fluid from draining from blood vessels into nasal passages.

The relief of symptoms associated with seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis
used to ease allergy symptoms such as rash, itching, redness, sneezing, runny nose, and watery eyes.

Children of 12 to 23 months: give 2.5 ml up to 2 times in 24 hours, if you need to.
Children of 2 to 5 years: give 2.5 ml up to 6 times in 24 hours, if you need to.
Children of 6 to 11 years: give 5 ml up to 6 times in 24 hours, if you need to.
Children of 12 years and over, and adults: 10ml up to 6 times in 24 hours, if you need to.

Don't give more often than every 4 to 6 hours.
Do not give to children under 1 year.
Do not give more than the amount recommended above. If symptoms do not go away within 5 days talk to your pharmacist or doctor.
Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Stay hydrated: Drink lots of water to thin mucus.
Inhale steam: Take a hot shower, or boil water and pour it into a bowl, face the bowl (stay at least 1 foot away), place a towel over the back of your head to form a tent, and inhale.
Use a humidifier, for example, Vicks Air Humidifier, to loosen mucus
Avoid inhaled irritants such as dust, perfumes, or pollutants. Wear face mask to reduce the exposure to the allergen
Sometimes smoke irritates your airways and causes inflammation that turns into bronchitis. Stopping smoking will help you to get rid of your cough.
Lozenges like Strepsils soothes an irritated throat

Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Store below 25°c
Don’t refrigerate
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

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