Country: United Kingdom
Language: English
Source: MHRA (Medicines & Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency)
Caffeine; Phenylephrine hydrochloride; Paracetamol
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd
N02BE51
Caffeine; Phenylephrine hydrochloride; Paracetamol
25mg ; 6.1mg ; 500mg
Oral capsule
Oral
No Controlled Drug Status
Never Valid To Prescribe As A VMP
BNF: ; GTIN: 5000158064973
PACKAGE LEAFLET: INFORMATION FOR THE USER LEMSIP MAX SINUS CAPSULES (PARACETAMOL, CAFFEINE AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE) READ ALL OF THIS LEAFLET CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU START TAKING THIS MEDICINE BECAUSE IT CONTAINS IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOU. Always take this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist have told you. Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice. If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. See section 4. You must talk to a doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 3 days. WHAT IS IN THIS LEAFLET 1. What this medicine is and what it is used for 2. What you need to know before you take this medicine 3. How to take this medicine 4. Possible side effects 5. How to store this medicine 6. Contents of the pack and other information 1. WHAT THIS MEDICINE is AND WHAT IT IS USED FOR Lemsip Max Sinus Capsules contain a combination of ingredients which are effective in relieving the symptoms associated with colds & flu, including relief of aches and pains, sore throats, headache, nasal congestion and lowering of temperature. Paracetamol is a well-known painkiller (analgesic). It is effective against aches and pains, including a headache, and can also reduce a fever (antipyretic). Caffeine (a mild stimulant), helps relieve fatigue and drowsiness through the day. Phenylephrine hydrochloride (nasal decongestant) reduces swelling in the passages of the nose, relieving nasal congestion and reducing the pressure which may cause a headache. 2. WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE YOU TAKE THIS MEDICINE As with all medicines Lemsip Max Sinus Capsules may not be suitable for some people. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF: You are allergic to paracetamol, caffeine or phenylephrine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6) You have a serious heart condition You have high blood pressure Read the complete document
SUMMARY OF PRODUCT CHARACTERISTICS 1 NAME OF THE MEDICINAL PRODUCT Lemsip Max Sinus Capsules Lemsip Max Plus Sinus Relief Capsules 2. QUALITATIVE AND QUANTITATIVE COMPOSITION ACTIVE INGREDIENTS MG/CAPSULE Paracetamol 500 Caffeine anhydrous 25 Phenylephrine hydrochloride 6.1 For excipients, see Section 6.1. 3. PHARMACEUTICAL FORM Capsule, hard. Red/blue hard gelatine capsules 4. CLINICAL PARTICULARS 4.1. THERAPEUTIC INDICATIONS For the relief of symptoms associated with the pain and congestion of sinusitis, including relief of aches and pains, headache, nasal congestion and lowering of temperature 4.2 POSOLOGY AND METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION Patients should consult a doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist for more than 3 days, or worsen. POSOLOGY ADULTS, THE ELDERLY AND CHILDREN AGED 16 YEARS AND OVER: Take two capsules every 4-6 hours as required to a maximum of four doses in any 24 hours, or up to a maximum of three doses in any 24 hours if a night-time paracetamol-containing product is taken before bedtime. Do not take more than 8 capsules (4 doses) in any 24 hours. DO NOT GIVE TO CHILDREN UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE. ELDERLY POPULATION: No dosage adjustment is considered necessary in the elderly. METHOD OF ADMINISTRATION For oral administration. Swallow whole with water. Do not chew. 4 .3. CONTRAINDICATIONS - Hypersensitivity to paracetamol, phenylephrine, caffeine or to any of the excipients listed in section 6.1. Due to the presence of phenylephrine, use of the product is contraindicated in: - Patients with severe coronary heart disease and cardiovascular disorder. - Patients with hypertension. - Patients with hyperthyroidism. - Patients currently receiving or within two weeks of stopping therapy with monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs). - Concomitant use of other sympathomimetic decongestants - Avoid in patients with prostatic enlargement. - Contraindicated in patients with phaeochromocytoma. 4.4 SPECIAL WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS FOR USE Use with caution in patients with Raynaud’s Phenomenon and diabetes mellitu Read the complete document