Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if the patient feels well because of the risk of delayed serious liver damage (see section 4. How much to take: Adults, the elderly and children aged 16 years and over: Take two red and yellow capsules every 4-6 hours during the day to a maximum of 3 doses when necessary. They prove their effectiveness particularly when single-ingredient treatments such as paracetamol alone don't offer sufficient relief.

Phenylephrine hydrochloride: Phenylephrine is absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, but has reduced bioavailability by the oral route due to first-pass metabolism. If the symptoms of your cold and flu persist for more than 3 days, or worsen consult your pharmacist. If required the patient should be given intravenous N-acetylcysteine, in line with the established dosage schedule. You should also note that the picture images show only our serving suggestions of how to prepare your food - all table accessories and additional items and/or ingredients pictured with the product you are purchasing are not included. Adverse events which have been associated with paracetamol and phenylephrine hydrochloride are given below, tabulated by system organ class and frequency.Treatment with N-acetylcysteine may be used up to 24 hours after ingestion of paracetamol, however, the maximum protective effect is obtained up to 8 hours post-ingestion. For Daytime, take two red and yellow capsules every 4-6 hours during the day to a maximum of 3 doses when necessary. Do not take if: allergic to any ingredient, if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, or are taking or have taken MAOI's (antidepressants) within 14 days, if you are taking other sympathomimetic decongestants.

Do not take if: allergic to any ingredient, if you have heart disease, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, or you are taking or have taken MAOI's (antidepressants) within 14 days, if you are taking other sympathomimetic decongestants. If you’re pregnant or breastfeeding, you should speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product so you can be sure it’s the right treatment for you at this time.Other Ingredients: Maize Starch, Croscarmellose Sodium, Sodium Laurilsulfate, Magnesium Stearate, Sterilised Talc, Gelatin, Titanium Dioxide (E171), Patent Blue V (E131), Erythrosine (E127) Shellac and Quinoline Yellow (E104). Alcohol: Do not consume alcohol while taking Lemsip Max Day and Night, as it may interact with the medication. It is effective against aches and pains, including a headache, and can also reduce a fever (antipyretic). and is located on 464 Ranglet Road, Walton Summit Centre, Bamber Bridge, Preston, Lancashire, PR5 8AR.

Allergic Reactions: Discontinue use and seek medical attention if you experience signs of an allergic reaction, such as itching, rash, swelling, or difficulty breathing. Phenylephrine overdose is likely to result in: nervousness, headache, dizziness, insomnia, increased blood pressure, nausea, vomiting, reflex bradycardia, mydriasis, acute angle closure glaucoma (most likely to occur in those with closed angle glaucoma), tachycardia, palpitations, allergic reactions (e. It inhibits the enzyme phosphodiesterase and has an antagonistic effect at central adenosine receptors.The day capsules also contain caffeine, which combats tiredness and sleepiness, helping you to get on with your daily routine.

It retains activity as a nasal decongestant when given orally, the drug distributing through the systemic circulation to the vascular bed of the nasal mucosa. The day capsules will keep you going through the day where as the night capsules will help aid you in a restful sleep. It's recommended to continue taking the prescribed dosage for a maximum of five days, until the symptoms have subsided. Two capsules, one to take in the day time which keeps you alert, and another at bedtime to help you sleep, both help to relieve congestion.Colds are usually harmless and will go away within a week or two, but they can make you feel rotten until they’ve cleared up.