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Antihistamine Children's (Chemists' Own) TM

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Active ingredients: promethazine

Pack: Antihistamine Children's (Chemists' Own) 1 mg/mL oral liquid, 100 mL, bottle

Brand name

(ARTG)

: CHEMISTS’ OWN CHILDREN’S ANTIHISTAMINE promethazine hydrochloride 1mg/mL oral liquid bottle

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Allergies: Treatment of allergic conditions including some allergic reactions to drugs, urticaria and allergic contact dermatitis, and allergic reactions to insect bites and stings. ,Upper respiratory tract: Relief of excessive secretion in the upper respiratory tract as a result of hayfever and allergic rhinitis. ,Nausea and vomiting: Antiemetic for vomiting from various causes, including postoperative vomiting, irradiation sickness, drug induced nausea and motion sickness. ,Sedation: For short term use under the advice of a doctor or pharmacist.

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Oral Liquid, solution
  • Oral
  • Clear, golden syrupy solution packed in 100ml amber colored glass bottle type III with 28 mm white child resistance cap (CRC).

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Protect from Light
  • Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 3 : Pharmacist Only Medicine.

  • 100 mL pack

Over 65 ?

(AHT)

This medicine contains the active ingredients:

If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient promethazine

You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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