Theraflu Nighttime Dry Syrup

Adult dose

For teens aged 12 and older and adults: take 1 packet as needed every 4 to 6 hours. Do not exceed 4 packets in 24 hours. Dissolve 1 packet in approximately 250 mL of hot water that is not boiling, and take within 10 to 15 minutes.

Child dose

Do not administer to children under 12 years of age.

This medication can put stress on the liver, so anyone consuming more than three drinks of alcohol daily must consult a doctor or pharmacist before use. The ingredients in this medication can rarely cause severe skin reactions, so if a rash or hypersensitivity appears, discontinue use immediately. As this medication contains acetaminophen, care should be taken to avoid using it alongside other products containing acetaminophen, as this can lead to liver damage. Drowsiness, dizziness, and blurred vision may occur during use, so it is advisable to avoid driving vehicles or operating machinery. Do not take this medication if you have an allergy to it or have specific conditions such as hypertension, severe liver or kidney disease, or a history of asthma. Additionally, interactions may occur when taken with certain medications, so anyone currently taking other drugs should consult a healthcare professional. Before taking this medication, it is essential to discuss various health conditions with a doctor or pharmacist, including obstructive vascular disease, allergic constitution, liver dysfunction, kidney impairment, heart function abnormalities, asthma, thyroid disease, glaucoma, pregnancy possibility, or breastfeeding. If throat pain is severe or symptoms such as fever, rash, or vomiting persist for more than two days, stop taking this medication immediately and consult a healthcare professional. Overdose may result in severe side effects such as liver damage, kidney damage, or cardiac arrhythmias, so it is crucial to adhere to the recommended dosage and administration.

Serious side effects

Acute generalized exanthematous pustulosis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, severe skin adverse reactions, urticaria, severe swelling (edema), chest tightness, difficulty breathing, cold sweat, pallor, anaphylactic reaction, asthma attack, thrombocytopenia, agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, methemoglobinemia, platelet dysfunction, cyanosis, hypotension, shock, gastrointestinal bleeding, peptic ulcer, perforation, skin and mucosal syndrome.

Mild side effects

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• blurred vision
• cognitive and psychomotor impairment
• dry mouth or throat
• fatigue
• headache
• insomnia
• hypersensitivity
• nervousness

Drug interactions

This medication may interact with other products containing acetaminophen, MAO inhibitors (antidepressants, antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, anti-Parkinson drugs, etc.), cough suppressants, other cold medicines, antipyretic analgesics, sedatives, antihistamines, other sympathomimetic drugs, tricyclic antidepressants, antihypertensives (vasodilators, beta-blockers, debrisoquine, guanethidine, reserpine, methyl dopa, etc.), barbiturates, metoclopramide, domperidone, and cholestyramine.

This medication is sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a sealed container. Additionally, to maintain the drug's effectiveness, it is essential to keep it in a cool place below 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

A dry syrup preparation consisting of white to pale yellow powder and particles with a lemon flavor.

Package unit

6 packets/box, 10 packets/box