Side effects
There may be occasional cases of drowsiness, gastrointestinal upset, dryness of the mouth, urinary retention, palpitations and hypersensitivity reactions during treatment with the recommended doses. After higher doses, hallucinations, restlessness and disorientation, and in small children agitation, may occasionally be seen. Blood dyscrasias, which very rarely occur with antihistaminics, have not been observed so far with pheniramine maleate preparations. In patients with narrow angle glaucoma,an increase in intraocular pressure is possible: therelore, treatment of such patients with Avipect syrup must be carried out under ophthalmological supervision.
Dosage and administration
Adults: 1 1/2 - 2 teaspoonfuls, 2-3 times daily, unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor. Children aged 4 months - 1 year: 1/2 teaspoonful, 2 - 3 times daily,unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor.
Children aged 1-5 year: 1/2 - 1 teaspoonful, 2 - 3 times daily unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor
The dose should not exceed 3 mg pheniramine maleate /kg body weight per day.
Avipect syrup shold not be taken on an empty stomach.
Special notes
Even at the dosages prescribed, systemic use of this preparation may affect the patient's alertness to such an extent that the ability to drive or operate machinery is impaired, particularly if the drug is taken in combination with alcohol. The dosage and time of ingestion should be adjusted according to the patient's activities.
Interactions
The effect of drugs which act on the central nervous system, such as tranquillizers, neuroleptic agents, MAO inhibitors and sedatives, and of alcohol may be potentiated.
Storage
Store below 30 °C
Expiry date
Do not use later than the date of expiry.