Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml

About Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml

Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml Uses

• Seasonal and year round allergic rhinitis
• Hay fever symptoms such as sneezing and a runny nose
• Urticaria and itchy skin rashes
• Common cold symptoms including watery eyes and nasal congestion

Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml Benefits

• Relieves sneezing, itching, and a runny or blocked nose
• Calms itchy skin reactions and hives
• Fast acting formula that starts working within an hour
• Sedating effect can help with sleep during a bad allergy flare

What Experts Say

Seasonal allergies are common across Pakistan, driven by dust, pollen, smoke, and sudden weather changes between seasons. Many people experience sneezing, a runny nose, itchy eyes, watery eyes, or skin rashes that respond well to a fast acting antihistamine like this one.

Chlorpheniramine maleate is a first generation antihistamine that has been used safely for decades to block the histamine response responsible for allergic symptoms such as itching, hives, and nasal congestion. It tends to cause more drowsiness than newer antihistamines, which is why doctors often reserve it for short term or nighttime use.

Because of its sedating effect, this syrup is not usually recommended before driving, studying, or operating machinery. People with long term or daily allergy symptoms are often better suited to non sedating antihistamines, and should discuss ongoing treatment with a doctor rather than self medicating for weeks at a time.

Drug Class

• First Generation Antihistamine

Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml formula

• Chlorpheniramine Maleate

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use.
• Measure the dose using the marked cup or spoon provided with the pack.
• Take by mouth as directed by your doctor, usually every 4 to 6 hours.
• Do not exceed the maximum daily dose printed on the pack insert.

Drug Interactions

• Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors: Combining these with chlorpheniramine can prolong and intensify its sedating and anticholinergic effects.
• Alcohol and Other Sedatives: Taking this syrup with alcohol, sleeping pills, or other sedating medicines increases the risk of excessive drowsiness.
• Other Anticholinergic Drugs: Using this syrup alongside medicines such as certain antidepressants or bladder medicines can worsen dry mouth, constipation, and urinary retention.

Risks and warnings

• Drowsiness: This syrup often causes noticeable sleepiness, so avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking it.
• Children and Elderly: Young children and elderly patients are more sensitive to its sedating and anticholinergic effects and need careful dosing.
• Glaucoma: People with narrow angle glaucoma should avoid this medicine unless a doctor approves it.
• Alcohol: Combining this syrup with alcohol can intensify drowsiness and impair coordination.

Allermine Syrup 2mg / 5ml Side Effects

• Drowsiness or sedation
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Difficulty urinating
• Thickened bronchial secretions
• Rare allergic skin reaction

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
• Keep the bottle tightly closed after each use.
• Do not refrigerate or freeze the syrup.
• Keep out of reach of children.