PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

Each capsule typically contains:

• Paracetamol 500 mg → relieves pain and fever
• Phenylephrine hydrochloride 6.1 mg → decongestant (unblocks nose/sinuses)
• Caffeine 25 mg → stimulant (reduces tiredness and helps alertness)

 These three act together to relieve cold and flu symptoms.

Uses / Indications

• Cold and flu symptoms
• Blocked or runny nose
• Sinus congestion and pressure
• Headache and fever
• Body aches and sore throat pain
• Fatigue and drowsiness from illness

Direction of Use

• Adults and children 16 years and over
• Usually 2 capsules every 4–6 hours as needed
• Maximum 8 capsules in 24 hours
• Do not chew or crush; swallow with water
• Short-term use only (usually a few days)

Side Effects

Common:

• Difficulty sleeping (caffeine)
• Nervousness or restlessness
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness or headache

Less common but serious:

• Increased blood pressure
• Fast heartbeat (palpitations)
• Anxiety or agitation
• Allergic reactions (rash, swelling)
• Liver damage risk in overdose (paracetamol)

Warnings / Precautions

• Contains paracetamol → do NOT combine with other paracetamol medicines
• Contains phenylephrine → may raise blood pressure
• Contains caffeine → may cause insomnia or jitteriness
• Avoid alcohol (increases side effects and liver risk)
• Use cautiously in:
• High blood pressure
• Heart disease
• Diabetes
• Thyroid disorders
• Glaucoma
• Prostate enlargement
• Do NOT use with MAO inhibitors (dangerous interaction)

Drug Interactions

• MAO inhibitors (very dangerous BP rise)
• Other decongestants
• Antidepressants (SSRIs / tricyclics)
• Blood pressure medicines
• Alcohol
• Other paracetamol-containing products

Contraindications / Caution

Avoid if:

• Allergy to any ingredient
• Severe hypertension or heart disease
• Severe liver or kidney disease
• Hyperthyroidism
• Glaucoma
• Recent MAOI use (within 14 days)