WIKORYL ORAL DROPS 15 ML

How WIKORYL ORAL DROPS 15 ML Works

• Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks histamine receptors. Histamine is released during an allergic reaction and produces sneezing, a runny nose, watery eyes and itching, so blocking its action settles these symptoms. The same blocking action commonly causes drowsiness.
• Phenylephrine hydrochloride narrows the blood vessels lining the nose. Cold and allergy symptoms swell these blood vessels, which blocks the airway, and narrowing them again reduces the swelling and makes breathing through the nose easier.
• Paracetamol reduces the production of prostaglandins, chemical messengers that raise body temperature and increase pain signalling. Lower prostaglandin levels bring fever down and ease headache and body ache.

Chlorpheniramine commonly causes drowsiness and a dry mouth. Phenylephrine can cause restlessness, difficulty sleeping, or a rise in heart rate and blood pressure. Paracetamol is generally well tolerated at the prescribed amount, but taking more than prescribed carries a risk of serious liver injury and needs urgent medical assessment. Rash, swelling of the face or throat, or difficulty breathing are signs of an allergic reaction and need immediate medical attention. Confusion, hallucinations, seizures, or yellowing of the skin or eyes should also be reported without delay.

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Nausea and vomiting
• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Restlessness or excitability, particularly in children
• Difficulty sleeping
• Raised heart rate

• If you miss a dose of Wikoryl Oral Drops, give it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

• Store the bottle in its original pack, protected from light and moisture, and out of the reach of children and pets. Keep it at the temperature stated on the current Alembic pack. Do not use the drops after the expiry date printed on the carton.

• Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose
• Use the dropper supplied with the pack for an accurate amount
• Do not give this medicine to a child below four years of age
• Avoid other medicines that also contain paracetamol while taking this product
• Tell the prescriber about liver or kidney disease, heart disease or an overactive thyroid before starting
• Seek urgent medical help for rash, facial swelling, breathing difficulty or unusual drowsiness

• Wikoryl Oral Drops can be given with or without food.
• Alcohol adds to the drowsiness caused by chlorpheniramine and should not be given alongside this medicine.