What is Nytol Original Tablets?
Nytol Original is a specially formulated remedy for short-term sleeplessness and stress. It has been shown to help sufferers of insomnia fall asleep faster, have a longer and deeper sleep, and to wake up feeling rested in the morning.
Is Nytol Original Tablets right for me?
Can I take this product if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. Some medications may not be safe for you and your baby at this time, and a medical professional can suggest an alternative product if they think you will need it.
Can I take these tablets if I am taking other medication?
You should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Nytol if you are taking any other medication, including those you purchased without a prescription. Some medications can interact when taken together, making them less effective or causing unwanted side effects. Speak to your doctor before using this product if you are taking:
Tricyclic antidepressants
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs) which are prescribed for depression, e.g. Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, Tranylcypromine
Atropine used to dilate the pupils of the eyes
Other medicines which make you drowsy
Other antihistamines, including those used on the skin and those in cough and cold medicines
Can I drive after taking Nytol Original?
As Nytol Original is designed to make you feel sleepy or drowsy, you should not drive or operate tools or machinery after you have taken this medicine.
Can I drink alcohol while I’m taking this product?
You should not drink alcohol while using Nytol Original, as it can make the sedative effect of this product more pronounced and difficult to manage.
How to take Nytol Original Tablets
Swallow 2 Nytol Original Tablets with water, 20 minutes before you plan to go to bed. As this product is designed to help you get a full night’s sleep, it is recommended that you take these tablets at least 7 or 8 hours before you need to wake up. This product may become less effective if you use it continuously, speak to your doctor or pharmacist if your symptoms do not improve and do not take these tablets for more than 2 weeks.
Do I need a prescription for Nytol Original sleeping tablets?
You do not need a prescription for Nytol Original, however, you will be asked to complete a short medical questionnaire by your pharmacist before we can take your order. This includes some simple questions that all pharmacies legally are required to ask before supplying this kind of product. This helps our pharmacy team to be sure that this product is the best choice for you.
When should Nytol Original not be used?
Nytol Original should not be taken by anyone under the age of 16 or elderly people who suffer from confusion. Do not use this product if you are allergic to diphenhydramine hydrochloride or any of the other listed ingredients. If you have an obstruction in your stomach or gut (such a one created by an ulcer), do not take Nytol Original. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you:
Have asthma, bronchitis, or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
Have narrow-angle glaucoma (a form of raised pressure in the eye)
Have an enlarged prostate or urinary retention
Have moderate to severe liver or kidney disease
Have myasthenia gravis, epilepsy, or seizure disorders
Have persistent sleeping difficulties
Does this product have any side effects?
Nytol Original, like all medicines, can have side effects but not everyone gets them. These include:
Drowsiness
Tiredness
Reduced attention
Unsteadiness
Dry mouth
Dizziness
Symptoms of an allergic reaction (e.g. rash, shortness of breath, swelling), blurred vision, palpitation, irregular heartbeat
Muscle twitching, convulsions, headache, pins and needles
Nausea, vomiting, thicker bronchial mucus, difficulty passing urine.
If you experience these or any other symptoms while taking this product, stop use and contact your doctor or pharmacist right away. For more information about reporting side effects of medication, please see the MHRA’s Yellow Card Scheme.
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