Allerief 2mg/5ml Oral Solution is a strawberry-flavoured antihistamine syrup designed to relieve symptoms of allergies and itchy skin rashes in adults and children over 1 year old. This sugar-free and colour-free solution contains chlorphenamine maleate, an effective antihistamine that provides fast relief from hayfever, pet allergies, food allergies, and other allergic reactions.

Key features

• Relieves symptoms of hayfever, allergies, and itchy skin rashes
• Suitable for adults and children over 1 year old
• Sugar-free and colour-free formulation
• Strawberry flavoured for improved palatability
• Contains 2mg of chlorphenamine maleate per 5ml dose
• Provides fast-acting relief from allergy symptoms

What symptoms or conditions can be treated with Allerief Oral Solution?

Allerief Oral Solution can treat symptoms associated with hayfever, pet allergies, food allergies, skin allergies, nettle rash, hives, prickly heat, insect bites and stings. It's also effective in relieving the itchy rash associated with chickenpox.

What are the benefits of taking Allerief Oral Solution?

Allerief Oral Solution provides fast relief from allergy symptoms such as itching, redness, swelling, and irritation. Its liquid form makes it easy to administer, especially for children or those who have difficulty swallowing tablets.

How does Allerief Oral Solution work?

Allerief Oral Solution works by blocking the effects of histamine in the body, which is responsible for allergy symptoms. The active ingredient, chlorphenamine maleate, prevents histamine from binding to receptors, thereby reducing allergic reactions and providing relief.

Is Allerief Oral Solution safe for long-term use?

While Allerief Oral Solution is generally safe, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional for long-term use. Prolonged use may lead to tolerance or side effects, so it's important to follow the recommended dosage and seek medical advice if symptoms persist.

Can Allerief Oral Solution be used alongside other medications?

It's crucial to consult with a doctor or pharmacist before using Allerief Oral Solution with other medications. Some combinations may increase drowsiness or interact negatively, particularly with certain antidepressants or medications affecting liver function.

How quickly does Allerief Oral Solution start working?

Allerief Oral Solution typically begins to work within 30 minutes to an hour after ingestion. However, the onset of action can vary depending on individual factors and the severity of symptoms. For optimal relief, it's best to take the medication at the first sign of allergic symptoms.

Active Ingredients: Each 5ml contains 2mg of Chlorphenamine maleate as an active ingredient.

Other Ingredienst: Purified water, Glycerol, Maltitol liquid (E965), Saccharin sodium (E954) Citric acid monohydrate, Sodium methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E219), Sodium propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E217) and Strawberry flavouring.

See the enclosed leaflet for a full list of ingredients. Always read the leaflet.

Use the two-headed spoon provided with the syrup.

Adults and children over 12 years:

Take two 5ml spoonfuls every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 12 x 5ml spoonfuls in 24 hours.

Children aged 6-12 years:

Give one 5ml spoonful every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 6 x 5ml spoonfuls in 24 hours.

Children aged 2-6 years:

Give 2.5ml every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 6 x 2.5ml spoonfuls in 24 hours.

Children aged 1-2 years:

Give 2.5ml every 4-6 hours. Maximum daily dose: 2 x 2.5ml spoonfuls in 24 hours.

Children under 12 months:

Not recommended.

Do not take Piriton Syrup if you are allergic to antihistamines or to any of the ingredients listed or if you have taken drugs for depression called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI) within the last 14 days.

Please see your doctor before you take the syrup if you have epilepsy, glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, an overactive thyroid, very high blood pressure, or heart, liver or chest disease, Are taking medicines to treat anxiety or to help you sleep.Are taking any medicine containing phenytoin for epilepsy.

As with other antihistamines the effects of alcohol may be increased.

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy, or breast feeding, without seeking advice from a doctor. If the syrup makes you feel drowsy, do not drive or operate machinery.

If you forget to take the syrup, take a dose as soon as you remember, unless it is nearly time to take the next one. Never take two doses together. Take the remaining doses at the correct time.

The most common side effect is drowsiness. This drowsiness can be helpful if symptoms are particularly troublesome at night.

Occasionally some people may have difficulty concentrating; blurred vision; loss of appetite, indigestion or upset stomach, feeling or being sick; diarrhoea, tummy pain; liver inflammation (which may make you feel weak, sick and turn yellow); difficulty in passing water; headaches; dry mouth; dizziness, palpitations (feeling your heart beat), fast or irregular heart beat, low blood pressure (you may feel faint), chest tightness; thickening of phlegm; blood disorders (anaemia); allergic reactions including itchy rash, skin peeling, and sensitivity to the sun; twitching, muscular weakness and inco-ordination; ringing in the ears; depression (low mood); irritability or nightmares; children may become excited and the elderly may become very confused. If you are concerned about these effects, or if the syrup affects you in any other way, stop taking it and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.