Benylin Daytime Flu Tablets 30 mg, 200 mg Tablets.
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Relief of symptoms associated with colds and flu, including headache, fever, nasal congestion, and body aches.
Dosage (summary)
Adults and children over 12 years: 1-2 tablets every 4-6 hours as needed. Do not exceed 8 tablets in 24 hours.
Onset of Action / Duration
Ibuprofen: 30 minutes; Pseudoephedrine: 30-60 minutes.
Special Populations
- Elderly patients
- Patients with renal impairment
- Patients with hepatic impairment
- Patients with cardiovascular conditions
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Use with caution during pregnancy, especially in the third trimester. Not recommended during lactation due to potential effects on the infant.
Key Drug Interactions
- Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding with anticoagulants.
- May reduce the effectiveness of antihypertensive medications.
- Caution with other NSAIDs or salicylates.
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to ibuprofen, pseudoephedrine, or any excipients.
- Active peptic ulcer disease.
- Severe renal or hepatic impairment.
- Uncontrolled hypertension.
Common side effects
- Gastrointestinal discomfort or bleeding.
- Nausea or vomiting.
- Dizziness or headache.
- Increased heart rate or blood pressure.
Counselling Points
- Take with food or milk to minimize gastrointestinal irritation.
- Do not exceed the recommended dosage.
- Stay hydrated while taking this medication.
- Consult a healthcare professional if symptoms persist for more than 7 days.
Serious warnings
- Use with caution in patients with pre-existing cardiovascular conditions.
- Monitor for signs of gastrointestinal bleeding.
- Avoid use in combination with other decongestants.
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