Boots Congestion Relief Capsules
(Phenylephrine Hydrochloride)
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription to treat minor conditions. However, you still need to take it carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
What this medicine is for
This medicine contains Phenylephrine Hydrochloride, a decongestant, which acts to relieve a blocked nose. It can be used to relieve the symptoms of a blocked nose caused by colds or hayfever.
Before you take this medicine
This medicine can be taken by adults and children aged 12 years and over. However, some people should not take this medicine or should seek the advice of their pharmacist or doctor first.
Do not take:
If you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see What is in this medicine)
If you have heart or circulatory problems
If you have high blood pressure (including that due to a tumour near your kidney)
If you have diabetes, glaucoma or an overactive thyroid
If you are taking monoamine oxidase inhibitors (for depression), or have taken them within the last 14 days
If you have an intolerance to some sugars, unless your doctor tells you to (this medicine contains lactose)
If you are a man with prostate problems
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding
Talk to your pharmacist or doctor:
- If you have circulation problems such as Raynaud’s Disease (a problem which causes cold hands and feet)
Other important information
Do not drink alcohol (wine, beer, spirits) whilst taking this medicine.
If you take other medicines
This medicine contains phenylephrine. Do not take with any other medicines that contain phenylephrine.
Before you take these capsules, make sure that you tell your pharmacist about ANY other medicines you might be using at the same time, particularly the following:
- Digoxin (for heart problems)
- Medicines for high blood pressure
- Tricyclic antidepressants
- Other decongestants
If you are unsure about interactions with any other medicines, talk to your pharmacist. This includes medicines prescribed by your doctor and medicine you have bought for yourself, including herbal and homeopathic remedies.
How to take this medicine
Check the foil is not broken before use. If it is, do not take that capsule.
Adults and children of 12 years and over
Take one capsule
Up to 4 times a day, if you need to.
Don't take more than 4 capsules in 24 hours
Swallow the capsule with water.
Do not give to children under 12 years.
Do not take more than the amount recommended above.
Do not take this medicine for more than 7 days, unless your doctor tells you to.
If symptoms do not go away talk to your doctor.
If you take too many capsules: Talk to a doctor straight away. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.
Possible side effects
Most people will not have problems, but some may get some.
If you get any of these serious side effects, stop taking the capsules. See a doctor at once.
- Difficulty in breathing, swelling of the face, neck, tongue or throat (severe allergic reactions)
These other side effects are less serious. If they bother you talk to your pharmacist or doctor.
- Skin rash
- Feeling sick, being sick, headache
- Fast or irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure
- Occasionally, difficulty in passing urine (in men)
If any side effect becomes severe, or you notice any side effect not listed here, please tell your pharmacist or doctor.
How to store this medicine
Do not store above 25°C.
Store in the original package.
Keep this medicine in a safe place out of the sight and reach of children, preferably in a locked cupboard.
Use by the date on the end flap of the carton.
What is in this medicine
Each capsule contains Phenylephrine Hydrochloride 12 mg, which is the active ingredient.
As well as the active ingredient, the capsules also contain lactose, maize starch, magnesium stearate. The capsule shell contains gelatin, quinoline yellow (E104), titanium dioxide (E171), printing ink (containing black iron oxide (E172), shellac, propylene glycol).
The pack contains 12 or 24 yellow capsules.
Who makes this medicine
Manufactured for the Marketing Authorisation holder
by
Leaflet prepared June 2008
If you would like any further information about this medicine, please contact
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Product name: Boots Congestion Relief Capsules
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BTC31996 vC 27/10/08
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