Piriton

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  • Contains / Salt: Chlorpheniramine (2.5 mg) + Ammonium chloride (125 mg) + Sodium Citrate (55 mg)
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Piriton Information

    Piriton is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet,Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Allergic Rhinitis. Other than this, Piriton has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

    Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Piriton. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    While these are the most often observed Piriton side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Piriton are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

    In addition, Piriton's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Piriton has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Piriton related warnings section.

    Piriton is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Glaucoma are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Piriton have been discussed in the sections ahead.

    Drug interactions for Piriton have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

    In addition to the above precautions for Piriton, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



    Piriton Benefits & Uses

    Piriton is used to treat the following -

    Other Benefits

    Piriton Dosage & How to Take

    This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

    Find the right dosage based on disease and age

    Age Group Dosage
    Adult
    • Disease: Allergy
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 6 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Geriatric
    • Disease: Allergy
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
    • Disease: Allergy
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 6 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    2 - 12 years (Child)
    • Disease: Allergy
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 6 hourly
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
    Infant (1 month to 2 years)
    • Disease: Allergy
    • Before or After Meal: After Meal
    • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
    • Dosage Route: Oral
    • Frequency: 2 daily
    • Course Duration: 7 days
    • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

    Piriton Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Piriton safe for pregnant women?


      Piriton is safe for pregnant women.

      Safe
    • Is the use of Piriton safe during breastfeeding?


      There is no research available on the side effects of Piriton in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

      Unknown
    • What is the effect of Piriton on the Kidneys?


      Piriton rarely affects the kidneys.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Piriton on the Liver?


      Piriton may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Piriton on the Heart?


      Very few cases of side effects of Piriton on the heart have been reported.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of Piriton with Other Drugs

    Piriton should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

    Severe

    Moderate



    Piriton Contraindications

    If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Piriton unless your doctor advises you to do so -



    Frequently asked Questions about Piriton

    • Is this Piriton habit forming or addictive?


      Piriton is not addictive in nature.

      No
    • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


      After taking Piriton you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

      Dangerous
    • Is it safe?


      Yes, Piriton is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

      Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
    • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


      No, Piriton cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

      No

    Piriton Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Piriton


      Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Piriton together with food.

      Unknown
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Piriton


      Taking Piriton with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

      Severe


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    This medicine data has been created by -

    Vikas Chauhan

    B.Pharma, Pharmacy
    5 Years of Experience


    References

    KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,165

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