Directions
Always take Piriton tablets exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you.
For adults and children over 12 years old:
Take 1 tablet every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours.
For children 6-12 years old:
Give your child half a tablet every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not give them more than 6 half tablets in 24 hours.
Do not take these tablets for more than 14 days without talking to your doctor first.
Piriton Side effects
Like all medicines, Piriton tablets may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects may include:
- Drowsiness
- Nausea
- Feeling dizzy or having difficulty concentrating
- Dry mouth
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
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.
Warnings
Piriton tablets may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to chlorphenamine maleate or any of the other listed ingredients.
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- You have high blood pressure
- You have heart disease
- You have epilepsy
- You have glaucoma
- You have an enlarged prostate
- You have liver disease
- You have kidney disease
- You have bronchitis, asthma or chronic lung disease
- You have been told you have an intolerance to certain sugars
Age restrictions
This medication is not suitable for children under 6 years old.
Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol whilst you are taking this medication.
Driving and operating machinery
Piriton tablets may cause drowsiness. If you are affected, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe enough to do so.
Storage information
Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children.
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