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Phenermin 5Mg Syrup

Manufacturer :  MMC Healthcare Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Promethazine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Phenermin 5Mg Syrup

Belonging to a group of drugs called phenothiazines, Phenermin 5Mg Syrup is used to treat allergies with symptoms like a runny nose, hives, and watery eyes. Acting as an anti-histamine, it blocks the effect of histamine in the body. It is also helpful in treating motion sickness, nausea, and vomiting. It is often utilized as a sleeping aid.

If you are allergic to similar medicines like chlorpromazine, mesoridazine, fluphenazine, perphenazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine, or trifluperazine, Phenermin 5Mg Syrup is not to be used. If you suffer from medical conditions such as seizures, glaucoma, liver and heart disease, sulfite allergy, or an enlarged prostate, alert your doctor. The drug is not for children under the age of 2.

Follow all the instructions given by your doctor while taking Phenermin 5Mg Syrup. It is taken before meals or at bedtime. The medicine must be measured properly using proper dosage spoons. If it is to be used for surgery, it is usually taken the night before the procedure.

You must stop using Phenermin 5Mg Syrup if you experience seizures, nosebleeds, slow or fast heartbeats, weakness, etc. More common side effects are a dry mouth, double vision, insomnia.

    What are the uses of Phenermin 5Mg Syrup

    What are the contraindications of Phenermin 5Mg Syrup ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    • Depression

    What are the side effects of Phenermin 5Mg Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Phenermin 5Mg Syrup

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Pregnant women must consult doctor before using Phenermin 5Mg Syrup.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Breastfeeding women are advised not to use this medication. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Phenermin 5Mg Syrup ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Phenermin 5Mg Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

    How does this medication work?

    Phenermin 5Mg Syrup counteracts with independent histamine for binding at H1-receptor sites in places like the GI tract, uterus, bronchial muscle, and, large blood vessels. It causes symptoms of nausea to subside via anticholinergic actions and by implicating activity on the medullary chemoreceptor trigger region.

      What are the interactions of Phenermin 5Mg Syrup ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

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        Phenermin 5Mg Syrup reacts with Amiodarone, Anagrelide, Bepridil, Bupropion, Citalopram, Dolasetron, Droperidol and others.
      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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