Ethifrin 10% drops

Name: Ethifrin
Brand: Ethical Laboratories
SKU: ETHETH18302
Price: 50 PKR
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Brand: Ethical Laboratories

Prescription Required

Congestion Mydriatic, Cycloplegic

Ethifrin 10% drops is composed of Phenylephrine (10%)

Phenylephrine is a decongestant that is used to treat stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, or other allergies. Phenylephrine is a medication primarily used as a decongestant, to dilate the pupil, increase blood pressure, and relieve hemorrhoids. When taken orally as a decongestant, it relieves nasal congestion due to colds and hay fever.

Introduction
Primary Uses
Indications
Side Effects
Warnings
Contraindications
FAQS

Introduction

How To Use

Take phenylephrine by mouth with or without food as directed by your doctor, usually once daily.
Chew the chewable tablets; do not swallow them.
If using dissolving (tablets or strips), dry the hands before handling the medicine. Place each dose on the tongue and allow dissolving completely, and then swallow it with saliva or with water.
Take this product regularly to get the most benefit from it.
To help you remember, take it at the same time each day.
Follow the diet planrecommended by your doctor or dietician.
Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment.
Do not increase your dose or take this product more often than directed.

Expert Advice

Hands should be washed thoroughly before use of the medicine.
Contact lenses should be removed before use. And wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
Medication to be instilled into eyes by first tilting your head back & look upward, then instill drops or apply a thin layer inside the lower lid. Close eye & roll your eyeballs in all directions. And don’t blink for next 30 seconds.
If you experience any eye pain, vision changes, burning sensation in the eye, & severe headache; then immediately contact your prescriber.
Avoid touching the applicator tip with the eye.
If you have any other medication to apply, then take a 5 minutes’ break & then apply.

Primary Uses

Congestion

Indications

It is indicated for the treatment of sinus congestion.
It is safe and effective in relieving hemorrhoids.

Side Effects

Side effects of phenylephrine include:

Itching/swelling
Severe dizziness
Trouble breathing
Mild upset stomach
Trouble sleeping
Dizziness
Lightheadedness
Headache
Nervousness
Shaking

Warnings

Pregnancy

Risk cannot be ruled out. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Lactation

In lactating mothers, its caution is advised, so use it with doctor’s recommendation.

Driving

Its intake has shown drowsiness during driving therefore avoid driving while taking phenylephrine.

Liver

Patients with liver disease should consult their doctor before using phenylephrine.

Kidney

Patients with kidney disease shouldn’t use phenylephrine.

Alcohol

The use of alcohol should be limited or avoided while using phenylephrine.

Precautions

Patients who are allergic to phenylephrine or any of its components should consult the doctor before taking it. If taking any vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products are taken then consult the doctor before using phenylephrine. If any sort of swelling is experienced, consult your doctor immediately. Taking phenylephrine supplements, especially in high doses, might result in kidney and liver impairment.

Contraindications

Phenylephrine is contraindicated for use in patients with fluocinolone acetonide
Phenylephrine should be used with extreme caution in patients with stuffy noses.
Phenylephrine should be used with extreme caution in patients with hemorrhoids.

FAQS

What are the uses of Phenylephrine?

This medication is used for treating symptoms associated with breathing illnesses, common cold, flu, and allergies such as stuffy nose, sinus irritation, and ear problems.

How to store Phenylephrine?

Please store this medicine at room temperature (18-25 Celsius). Keep medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children. Please do not flush medicines down the toilet. Please read the leaflet provided with the medicine for further storage guidance.

Will this medicine cure my common cold?

No, this medicine does not cure or shorten the duration of the common cold however it does temporarily give relief.

What are the side effects of Phenylephrine?

You may experience the following: • Light headedness • Trouble sleeping

What are the precautions for taking Phenylephrine?

• Avoid doing work that requires alertness such as driving immediately after taking this medicine as it may cause drowsiness • Diabetic patients should be cautious • Elderly patients should be cautious

Does Phenylephrine have any effect on pregnancy and lactation?

This medicine should only be used by pregnant women if no safer alternate is available. The effects of this medicine on lactating females are unknown however no adverse effects have been reported so far. Consult your health care provider before use of this medicine.

Can this medicine be used for children?

This medicine is not recommended for children below six years of age.

Disclaimer

Dawaai's intention is to make sure that it's consumers get information that is accurate, reviewed by an expert and error-free. However, the information mentioned here should not be used as a replacement for the advice of a qualified physician. The information given here is for informational purposes only, which may not cover all possible precautions, side effects, contraindications or drug interactions. Consult your doctor and discuss your queries related to any medicine or disease.