Piriton Tablets

• Adults and children 12 years and over : 1 tablet every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 6 tablets in 24 hours.

• Children 6–12 years: half a tablet every 4–6 hours as needed; maximum 3 tablets (6 half-tablets) in 24 hours.

• Elderly: Check with a doctor first; may need a lower dose; maximum 3 tablets in 24 hours due to side effects risk.

• Minimum 4 hours between doses

• Do not take continuously for more than 14 days without medical advice

• Not for children under 6 years

• Do not exceed the recommended dose

Active Ingredient: Chlorphenamine Maleate 4 mg.

Other ingredients Lactose, maize starch, yellow iron oxide (E 172), magnesium stearate and water

• Do not take Piriton if:

  • You’ve had an allergic reaction to antihistamines or any ingredients in the tablets

  • You’ve taken MAO inhibitors (for depression) in the last 2 weeks

  • You are already taking other antihistamines (including some cold and cough medicines)

• Take special care / talk to a doctor first if you have:

  • High blood pressure or heart disease

  • Epilepsy

  • Glaucoma

  • Enlarged prostate

  • Liver or kidney disease

  • Long-term breathing conditions (asthma, bronchitis, bronchiectasis)

• Important precautions:

  • Avoid alcohol (can increase drowsiness)

  • May cause drowsiness, dizziness, or blurred vision → avoid driving or machinery if affected

  • If you have sugar intolerance, check with your doctor before use

• Other medicines:

  • Check with a doctor/pharmacist if taking prescription medicines, especially:

    • Phenytoin (epilepsy)

    • Medicines for anxiety or sleep

• Pregnancy & breastfeeding:

  • Speak to a doctor before using if pregnant or breastfeeding

• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

• Do not use this medicine after the ‘EXP’ date shown on the pack.

• Store below 25ºC. Protect from sunlight.