What is Periactin 4mg Antihistamine Tablets?
Periactin 4mg Antihistamine Tablets - 30 Tablets are a medication designed to provide you with relief from the symptoms associated with allergic reactions. They help with symptoms such as a runny or blocked nose, sneezing, itching and watery eyes.
The tablets can also be used for:
Itchiness associated with chickenpox
Conjunctivitis
Migraines and other similar headaches
This medication is a drowsy antihistamine.
Is Periactin 4mg Antihistamine Tablets right for me?
Like all medicines, Periactin 4mg Antihistamine Tablets may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include:
Insomnia
Sleepiness
Irritability
Dizziness
Feeling faint
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Weight gain
For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.
Warnings
Periactin 4mg Antihistamine Tablets may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:
You have a narrowing of the opening of the stomach
You have glaucoma
You are being treated for an asthmatic attack
You are elderly and not very mobile
You have problems passing urine
You have a stomach ulcer
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
You have ever been told that you have high pressure inside your eye (high intraocular pressure)
You have an overactive thyroid
You have high blood pressure
You have heart problems
You have asthma
Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this medication.
Do not take this medication if you are currently taking MAO inhibitors e.g. moclobemide, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, linezolid or pargyline.
You must speak to your GP if you are taking:
Sleeping pills e.g. temazepam, nitrazepam, zopiclone
Anxiety medicines e.g. diazepam, alprazolam, chlordiazepoxide
Antidepressants e.g. fluoxetine, paroxetine, imipramine
Medications that make you sleepy e.g. sedatives or tranquillisers
Age restrictions
This medication is not suitable for children under 2 years old.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
This medication should not be taken during pregnancy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine.
Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol whilst you are taking this medication.
Driving and operating machinery
Do not drive or operate machinery if you are taking this medication as it may make you sleepy.
Important information
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