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Phenergan Syrup

Manufacturer:- Sanofi-Aventis
Generic Name:- Promethazine Hydrochloride
Formula:- Promethazine Hydrochloride…5mg/5ml
Drug Class:- Antihistamine
Medicinal Form:- Syrup

About Phenergan Syrup

Phenergan syrup uses include treating allergic reactions, motion sickness, and as a sedative. It contains Promethazine, a first-generation antihistamine that works by blocking histamine receptors and affecting the brain's vomiting center. 

Phenergan Syrup Uses

Your doctor might give you Phenergan Syrup for:

  • Allergic rhinitis 

  • Allergic skin reactions 

  • Motion sickness

  • Nausea and vomiting

  • Pre-operative and post-operative sedation

  • Insomnia 

  • Anxiety

  • Common cold symptoms

Phenergan Syrup Dosage and Administration

Always follow your doctor's instructions exactly.

Adult Dosage:

  • For allergies: 12.5-25mg (12.5-25ml) before meals and at bedtime.

  • For motion sickness: 25mg (25ml) 30-60 minutes before travel.

  • For nausea: 12.5-25mg every 4-6 hours as needed.

  • For sedation: 25-50mg at bedtime.

Children Dosage:

  • NOT recommended for children under 2 years (risk of respiratory depression).

How to Take:

  • Measure accurately with the provided measuring cup.

  • Can be taken with or without food.

  • For motion sickness, take 30-60 minutes before travel.

Phenergan Syrup Warnings

Don't use Phenergan Syrup if you:

  • Are allergic to Promethazine or other phenothiazines

  • Have children under 2 years of age

  • Have severe respiratory depression

  • Are comatose or severely drowsy

  • Have lower respiratory tract infections (asthma, COPD)

Phenergan Syrup Precautions

Talk with your doctor first if you:

  • Have breathing problems 

  • Have liver problems

  • Have epilepsy or seizures

  • Have heart problems

  • Have glaucoma

  • Have difficulty urinating

  • Are pregnant or breastfeeding

  • Are elderly

Also, remember:

  • Causes significant drowsiness; avoid driving

  • Avoid alcohol completely

  • May increase sensitivity to sunlight

  • Can mask symptoms of serious conditions

Phenergan Syrup Side Effects

Most people handle Phenergan Syrup well, but side effects can happen.

  • Drowsiness/sedation

  • Dry mouth

  • Dizziness

  • Blurred vision

  • Constipation

  • Confusion

  • Photosensitivity

Serious side effects:

  • Respiratory depression 

  • Severe drowsiness

  • Extrapyramidal symptoms

  • Seizures 

  • Low blood pressure

  • Neuroleptic malignant syndrome

Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C

  • Protect from light

  • Keep in a cool, dry place

  • Keep out of reach of children

Packaging and Quantity

Phenergan Syrup comes in 120ml bottles.

Prescription Requirement

It is a prescription-only medication.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Phenergan Syrup

Phenergan is NOT safe for children under 2 years of age due to risk of fatal respiratory depression. In children 2 years and older, it should be used with extreme caution and only as directed by a doctor. 
Yes, Phenergan causes significant drowsiness. It is a first-generation antihistamine with strong sedative properties. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or activities requiring alertness after taking it. 
Yes, Phenergan can be used short-term to help with sleep due to its sedative properties. However, it is not recommended for long-term use as a sleep aid. 
Phenergan syrup price in Pakistan is approximately 130 PKR per 120ml bottle. Price varies between pharmacies. 
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