Dosage / Direction for Use
Syr Childn >12 yr 15 mL (3 tsp), 7-12 yr 10 mL (2 tsp), 2-6 yr 5 mL (1 tsp). Oral drops Childn 1-2 yr 1.5-2 mL, 6-12 mth 1.25-1.5 mL, 3-6 mth 1-1.25 mL, 1-3 mth 0.75-1 mL. All doses to be taken 6 hrly.
Administration
May be taken with or without food.
Contraindications
Hyperthyroidism, HTN, coronary & CV diseases, ventricular arrhythmia, acute-angle glaucoma, pheochromocytoma. MAOI therapy; nephropathy.
Special Precautions
Glaucoma, cardiac, renal or hepatic disease; diabetes, asthma; alcoholics. May impair ability to drive or operate machinery. Pregnancy.
Side Effects / Adverse Reactions
GI upsets, drowsiness, dizziness; dry mouth, difficulty in micturition, sweating, reduced appetite; epileptiform seizures (large doses).
Interactions
Antihistamines may potentiate other CNS depressants. Possible additive effects w/ MAOIs, rauwolfia alkaloids, TCAs, ganglionic-blocking agents & halogenated hydrocarbon general anesth. Prolonged use of paracetamol may potentiate effects of oral anticoagulants. Phenothiazines.