Actifed Multi-Action – 12 Tablets

Buy Actifed Multi-Action - 12 Tablets 

Actifed Multi-Action - 12 Tablets are designed to relieve the symptoms of colds, flu and allergies.

How Actifed Multi-Action works

Actifed Multi-Action contains the decongestant pseudoephedrine hydrochloride that relieves nasal and sinus congestion. 

The product also contains triprolidine hydrochloride which is an antihistamine. It helps to stop sneezing, runny noses and watery eyes.

Directions

Always take Actifed Multi-Action exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor / Chemist4U pharmacist has told you. 

1 tablet should be taken every 4-6 hours. You can take the tablet up to 4 times a day. 

Leave at least 4 hours between doses.

Do not take more than the recommended daily allowance. 

Side effects

Like all medicines, Actifed Multi-Action may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include: 

• Difficulty sleeping
• Nervousness
• Dizziness
• Difficulty performing tasks 
• Drowsiness
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth 
• Nausea 
• Thickened mucus 

If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness. 

Warnings

Actifed Multi-Action may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these tablets if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:

• You have high blood pressure or heart disease
• You have diabetes 
• You have a pheochromocytoma
• You have an overactive thyroid gland
• You have glaucoma 
• You have severe kidney problems

Talk to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this medicine if: 

• You have kidney or liver problems
• You have alcohol dependence 
• You have bronchitis, emphysema or asthma
• You are susceptible to glaucoma 
• You have blocked arteries or veins 
• You are being treated for a thyroid disorder
• You have difficulty with passing water or an enlarged prostate

Using/taking other medicines

Talk to your GP or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medication, including medication obtained without a prescription.

Talk to your doctor if you are taking the following medication:

• Hypnotics (used for sleep, including barbiturates)
• Opioid angelistics (used to relieve pain e.g. morphine, codeine)
• Antipsychotics (used to treat mood disorders)
• Sedatives (to treat anxiety and depression)
• Anticholinergic drugs (to treat cramps or spasms e.g. atropine)
• Antihypertensives (to treat high blood pressure)
• Tricyclic antidepressants (used to treat mood disorders)
• Moclobemide (used to treat mood disorders)
• Cardiac glycosides (used to control heart rhythms or contractions)
• Ergot alkaloids (used to treat migraines e.g. ergotamine) 
• Oxytocin (used to help contractions during childbirth)

Age restrictions 

This product is not suitable for anyone under the age of 12.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

Driving and operating machinery 

This medication can cause drowsiness. If you are affected, do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe to do so.

Storage information

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or Chemist4U pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.