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Teedex
teedex is an antihistamine painkiller for children aged (2 to
12 years).this raspberry flavoured oral solution contains the
active ingredients paracetamol and diphenhydramine
hydrochloride, And it is also free from sugar and includes a
dosing syringe. And the amount is ;
– Paracetamol 120mg/5ml.
– Diphenhydramine 12.5mg/5ml.
Paracetamol : is a pain killer and provides effective relief of
teething pains , irritability after an immunization , aches or
pains and colds or flu. It also lowers high temperature and
brings down fever.
Diphenhydramine hydrochloride : is a mild antihistamine ,
which provides relief of sleeplessness as a result of the
conditions listed above.
The other ingredients in this product are: propylene glycol ,
macrolgol 4000 , glycerol , sorbitol 70% (non-crystallising)
(E420) , liquid maltitol (E965) , neohesperidin
dihydrochalcone , saccharin sodium , nipasept , colour
(amaranth red) Raspberry flavor and purified water.
– suitable from 2 years.
– 100ml bottle
– children aged (2 to 6 years) : the usual dose is (5ml to 10ml)
(1-2 teaspoonful) three to four times daily.
– children over (6 years): the usual dose is (10ml to 12m)
(2-4 teaspoonful) three times daily or as directed by your
physician.
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– Always read the patient information leaflet.
– large dose of antihistamines may precipitate fits in epileptics.
– patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose intolerance
should not take this medicine.
– this medicine should not be used in children under (2 years old).
– Do not exceed the stated dose.
– prolong use without medical supervision can be dangerous.
– Routine use not recommended.
– If symptoms persist consult your doctor.
– May cause drowsiness. Children receiving this medication
should be kept under supervision.
– Do not take any other paracetamol containing products.
– Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of
overdosage because of the risk of irreversible liver damage.
– Not more than (4 doses) should be given in any 24 hours.
– Patients should be instructed not to take any other cough and
cold medicines with Teedex Oral Solution.
– Parents should consult a pharmacist or other healthcare
professional before use in children under (6 years old).
– Do not store above 25C. Do not refrigerate or freeze ,keep the
bottle in the outer container.