Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg – 56 Tablets

Buy Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg 
Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg treats short-term insomnia and allergic reactions such as hay fever and rashes. It can also prevent nausea and vomiting.
 
How Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg works
Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg belongs to a group of medicines called phenothiazines. It works by blocking your body’s histamine, a natural substance that your body makes during an allergic reaction. 
It is a drowsy antihistamine.
 
Directions
Always use Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. 
Swallow the tablets whole with water.
 
For allergies:

Adults: Start by taking 1 tablet at night. If necessary, increase the dose to 2 tablets a day.
Children (5-10 years old): 1 tablet should be given at night. Do not give children more than 1 tablet a day.
 
Prevention of nausea and vomiting due to travel sickness:
 
Adults: Take 1 tablet the night before a journey. If necessary, take another dose 6-8 hours after the first.
 
Side effects
Like all medicines, Promethazine Hydrochloride 25mg may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include: 
 

Dry mouth
Blurred vision 
Constipation
Difficulty passing urine, especially in the elderly or children
Feeling drowsy, sleepy or dizzy
Headaches
Loss of appetite 
Sickness and vomiting 
Indigestion 
Increased sensitivity to the sun 
Skin rashes, including itching and red and raised lumps

 
For more information on potential side effects, refer to the patient information leaflet. 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.
 
Serious side effects
Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. 
If you notice any of the following side effects, stop taking this medication immediately and contact your healthcare provider:
 

Yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes
Muscle stiffness or shaking
Loss of control in the muscles in your face or head
Unusual movements of the tongue, facial muscle spasms, rolling eyes or trembling 
Over-active behaviour in children

 
Warnings
Promethazine Hydrochloride may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:
 

You suffer from dizziness
You suffer from drowsiness
You suffer from headaches

 
Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if: 
 

You have asthma or bronchitis 
You have epilepsy
You have serious heart problems 
You have liver or kidney problems
You have a stomach blockage
You have difficulty passing urine
You have hearing problems 
You have narrow-angle glaucoma 
You have Reye syndrome 

 
This medication may interfere with test results such as pregnancy tests by urine samples or skin tests. Do not take this medication 3 days before a skin test.
 
Using/taking other medicines
If you are taking or have recently taken medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product.
Do not take promethazine hydrochloride if you have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) to treat depression in the last two weeks.
Tell your healthcare provider if you are taking the following medication:
 

Tricyclic antidepressants e.g. amitriptyline or dosulepin
Medicines to help you sleep or feel more relaxed e.g. diazepam or zolpidem 
Pain relievers e.g. aspirin 
Anticholinergic medicines used for irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), asthma or a weak bladder 

 
Age restrictions 
Promethazine hydrochloride is not suitable for children under 2 years old.
 
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
This medication should not be taken 2 weeks before you are due to give birth. Do not take this product if you are breastfeeding. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 
 
Alcohol
Do not drink alcohol whilst you are taking this medication.
 
Driving and operating machinery 
This medication can make you feel dizzy. Do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe enough to do so.
 
Storage information
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place, away from light and out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
 
Important information
This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk
If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.
Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.
Please read the included leaflet carefully before taking this product.
Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.