USHNOL SINUS Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Chlorpheniramine 5 mg+Paracetamol 125 mg+Phenylephrine 5 mg
Manufacturer
REGENIX DRUGS LTD
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
USHNOL SINUS TABLET is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines, Analgesics and Nasal decongestants respectively. It is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever, common cold or other upper respiratory allergies, like headache, facial congestion and pressure, nasal congestion, runny nose, sneezing, minor aches and pains, itching of the nose, throat or eyes and watery eyes. It can also be used to clear nasal passages and decongest facial openings and passages. Hay fever is a seasonal allergy that occurs in response to specific allergens like pollens, present at certain times of the year (spring or fall) and ca
Uses
more short-term symptoms. USHNOL SINUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged less than 12 years). Consult your doctor before giving this medicine to your child. Before taking USHNOL SINUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any kidney, liver, heart, thyroid or lung problems, diabetes or glaucoma. USHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant and breastfeeding women, so consult your doctor before taking it. The most common
How It Works
USHNOL SINUS TABLET relieves upper respiratory symptoms where Chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine, where Paracetamol relieves pain by elevation of the pain threshold and reduces fever by acting on the on the heat-regulating centre in your brain and Phenylephrine constricts blood vessels and reduces the blood flow to certain areas, thus decreasing swelling and allowing nasal and respiratory passages to open up.
Directions for Use
Take USHNOL SINUS TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken with or without food. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow USHNOL SINUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection.
Side Effects
taking USHNOL SINUS TABLET are dizziness, drowsiness, dry mouth, nose or throat, headache, nausea, nervousness and difficulty in sleeping. Contact your doctor if any of the above side effects worsen. USES OF USHNOL SINUS TABLETIt is used to: relieve the symptoms of hay fever, common cold or other upper respiratory allergies to clear nasal passages and decongest facial openings and passages HOW USHNOL SINUS TABLET WORKSUSHNOL SINUS TABLET relieves upper respiratory symptoms where Chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine, where Paracetamol relieves pain by elevation of the pain threshold and reduces fever by acting on the on the heat-regulating centre in your brain and Phenylephrine constricts blood vessels and reduces the blood flow to certain areas, thus decreasing swelling and allowing nasal and respiratory passages to open up. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake USHNOL SINUS TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken with or without food. For Tablet, Capsule: Swallow USHNOL SINUS TABLET with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. For Dispersible Tablet: Disperse the medicine in the specified quantity of water as mentioned in the label. Consume the medicine immediately after reconstitution. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of the infection. SIDE EFFECTS OF USHNOL SINUS TABLETCOMMON dizziness, drowsiness nausea dry mouth, nose or throat headache nervousness difficulty in sleeping RAREStop taking USHNOL SINUS TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, chest tightness, trouble breathing, swollen mouth, face, lips or tongue) chest pain, high blood pressure, fast heartbeat dark urine, pale faeces, yellow skin or eyes trouble urinating hallucinations, severe nervousness, shaking stomach pain, unusual tiredness redness or swelling severe throat pain accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea or vomiting
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYUSHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in pregnant women. Consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGUSHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or use any machines if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking USHNOL SINUS TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol with USHNOL SINUS TABLET as it may affect you more than usual. USHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with alcohol dependence. KIDNEYUSHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients having kidney problems, trouble urinating or urinary blockage. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERUSHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems and viral hepatitis. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take USHNOL SINUS TABLET if you are allergic to Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine or any other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSUSHNOL SINUS TABLET is not recommended for use in patients with breathing problems like emphysema or chronic bronchitis. USHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with other breathing problems like asthma. Consult your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEUSHNOL SINUS TABLET is not recommended in patients with heart disease or high blood pressure. USHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in patients with other heart diseases. Consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSUSHNOL SINUS TABLET is not recommended for use if you: have diabetes have a condition in which there is increased pressure inside your eye have an enlarged prostate gland have problems with your adrenal gland have trouble sleeping have stomach problems Before taking USHNOL SINUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you: have an overactive thyroid gland Use in pediatrics: USHNOL SINUS TABLET is not recommended for use in children (aged less than 2 years). Your doctor will prescribe the right dose depends on your child’s age, body weight and disease condition. Consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: USHNOL SINUS TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients as they may be more sensitive to its effect. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before taking USHNOL SINUS TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicines used to manage depression (Ex. isocarboxazid, phenelzine, tranylcypromine) other medicines containing paracetamol medicines used to induce sleep or manage anxiety (Ex. zolpidem, diazepam, alprazolam) warfarin (use for blood clot) medicines used to manage fits (Ex. carbamazepine, phenytoin) medicines used to relax muscles (Ex. carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of USHNOL SINUS TABLET, contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdose are liver damage. SYNOPSIS Drug : Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine Pharmacological Category : Antihistamine, Antipyretic-Analgesic, Nasal decongestant Therapeutic Indication : Rhinorrhea, congestion, common cold and fever Dosage Forms : Tablet, Syrup, Suspension, Liquid, Drops, Oral drops, Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep USHNOL SINUS TABLET out of reach of children Store at room temperature below 25°C
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Last Updated
21 Nov 2022