WIKORYL ORAL SUSPENSION 75 ML

How WIKORYL ORAL SUSPENSION 75 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 is a decongestant that narrows the blood vessels lining the nose. Cold and allergy symptoms swell these blood vessels, which blocks the airway. Narrowing them again reduces the swelling and makes breathing through the nose easier.
• Paracetamol reduces the production of prostaglandins, chemical messengers in the brain that raise body temperature and increase pain signalling. Lower prostaglandin levels bring fever down and ease body ache and headache.

Chlorpheniramine commonly causes drowsiness and a dry mouth, nose or throat. Phenylephrine can raise heart rate and blood pressure in some patients. 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. Unusually severe drowsiness, an irregular heartbeat, or yellowing of the skin or eyes should also be reported without delay.

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth, nose or throat
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Difficulty passing urine
• Nausea or vomiting
• Restlessness, particularly in children
• Raised heart rate
• Raised blood pressure

• If you miss a dose of Wikoryl Oral Suspension, take 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 suspension after the expiry date printed on the carton.

• Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose
• Use the measuring cup or oral syringe supplied with the pack, not a household spoon
• Do not give this medicine to a child below four years of age
• Avoid other medicines that also contain paracetamol while taking this suspension
• Tell the prescriber about high blood pressure, heart disease, an overactive thyroid, glaucoma or prostate enlargement before starting
• Avoid driving or operating machinery until the effect of the medicine is known
• Seek urgent medical help for rash, facial swelling, breathing difficulty or unusual drowsiness

• Wikoryl Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food.
• Alcohol adds to the drowsiness caused by chlorpheniramine and is best avoided while taking this medicine.