Theraflu Extra Cold and Flu from GSK offers effective relief for major cold and flu symptoms. This powerful remedy combines paracetamol for fever and pain, phenylephrine for nasal decongestion, and pheniramine for allergy-like symptoms. It quickly tackles fever, muscle aches, congestion, and runny nose. The pack contains 10 convenient sachets, easy to prepare for fast relief.
Description
Composition
The active substances are: paracetamol 650 mg, pheniramine maleate 20 mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 10 mg. The other components are: sugar, acesulfame potassium, quinoline yellow (E 104), Sunset yellow FCF (E 110), maltodextrin M 100, hydrated colloidal silicon dioxide, lemon flavor variety "Natural Lemon WONF Durarome 860.098/TD 10.91", lemon flavor variety "Natural Lemon Durarome 860.202/TD 09.91", anhydrous citric acid, sodium citrate, calcium phosphate.
Therapeutic indications
Theraflu Extra Cold & Flu contains a combination of three active substances that act on the major symptoms associated with cold and flu:
- Paracetamol is a pain reliever (analgesic) and reduces fever (lowers your body temperature when you have a fever);
- Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a nasal and sinus decongestant. It helps with nasal decongestion and reduces pressure in the sinuses.
- Pheniramine maleate is an antiallergic. It helps stop allergy-like symptoms.
Theraflu Extra Cold & Flu works to reduce major symptoms associated with cold and flu, including:
- Temporary reduction of fever and chills,
- Muscle and joint pain, headache,
- Nasal and sinus congestion,
- Sneezing and runny nose.
Dosage and administration
Adults and adolescents (over 12 years)
One sachet every 4-6 hours as needed. The content of one sachet should be dissolved in approx. 200 ml of hot water.
Maximum 3-4 sachets per day.
Do not administer to children under 12 years of age.
Do not exceed the maximum recommended dose.
Use should not exceed 5 days.
Precautions
The recommended dose should not be exceeded, and the medicine should not be administered for more than 5 consecutive days. High doses of paracetamol, including total dose values reached over a prolonged period of administration, can cause analgesic-induced nephropathy and irreversible liver failure.
During the entire treatment period, no other medicines containing paracetamol should be administered.
If symptoms persist after 5 days, treatment should be discontinued, and the patient should consult a doctor.
Special warnings
Pregnancy, breastfeeding, fertility
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Driving and using machines
Theraflu Extra Cold & Flu may cause drowsiness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in activities requiring special attention while using this medicine.
Packaging
Box with 10 single-dose sachets made of paper/PET/LDPE/Al/LDPE, each containing 14.888 g of powder for oral solution.
Page updated on: 10.02.2023
Composition & Allergens
Composition
: Paracetamol, fenilefrina, clorfeniramina