Pentacold syrup
Active Ingredients I 100 Ml SYRUP :
Paracetamol 3.2 gm
Chlorpheniramine maleate 0.02 gm
Dextromethorphan HBr 0.1 gm
Phenylephrine HCI 0.05 gm
Purposes :
Paracetamol pain reliever/ fever reducer
Chlorpheniramine maleate Antihistamine
Dextromethorphan HBr Cough suppressant
Phenylephrine HCI. Nasal decongestant
Uses :
– temporarily relieves the following cold/flu symptoms:
– minor aches and pains • cough • headache
– sore throat • sneezing and runny nose
– stuffy nose • temporarily reduces fever
Warnings :
Liver warning: This product contains Paracetamol,severe liver damage may occur if your child takes:
• more than 5 doses in 24 hours, which is the maximum daily amount
• with other drugs containing Paracetamol
Sore throat warning: If sore throat is severe,persists for more than 2 days, is accompanied or followed by fever, headache, rash, nausea, or vomiting, consult a doctor “promptly.
Dexuomethorphan -Warning :
Not used for children below 6 years
Do Not Use :
– to make a child sleepy
– in a child who is taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your child’s prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before giving this product.
– with any other drug containing Paracetamol (prescription or non-prescription). If you are not sure whether a drug contains Paracetamol, ask a doctor or pharmacist. Ask a doctor before use if the child has
– a breathing problem such as chronic bronchitis
– persistent or chronic cough such as occurs with asthma
– cough that occurs with too much phlegm(mucus)
– heart disease • diabetes • high blood pressure
– thyroid disease • glaucoma • liver disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if the child is taking :
– sedatives or tranquilizers
– the blood thinning drug warfarin
When using this product
– do not exceed recommended dosage (see overdose warning)
– may cause excitability, especially in children
– marked drowsiness may occur
– sedatives and tranquilizers may increase drowsiness
Stop use and ask a doctor if :
– new symptoms occur
– fever gets worse or lasts for more than 3 days
– redness or swelling is present
– pain, nasal congestion or cough gets worse or lasts for more than 5 days
– cough comes back or occurs with rash or headache that lasts. These could be signs of a serious condition
Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children :
Overdose Warning: Taking more than the recommended dose (overdose) could cause serious health problems, including liver damage. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a Poison Control Center immediately. Quick medical attention is critical even if you do not notice any signs or symptoms.
Directions
– do not exceed recommended dosage (see overdose warning)
– shake well before using
– find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age
– if needed, repeat dose every 4 hours while symptoms
last
– do not give more than 5 times in 24 hours
Weight (lb) Age (yr) Dose (tsp or mL)
under 47 under 6 do not use
48-95 6-11 don’t use unless
directed by the doctor
Other Information :
• store at temperature not exceeding 30
Inactive Ingredients :
Sacralose/sorbitol 70% / sodium benzoate / polyethylene
glycol 400 / Glycerin / PVP K-25/50dium edentate /
menthol crystal/ purified water to 100 ml/ proplyn glycol
Name of Applicant :
PENTA PHARMA EGYPT
NAME OF MANUFACTURER: RAMEDA
