Product Name

• Flutab, Relieves Common Colds Symptoms - 24 Tablets

Scientific Name

• Paracetamol 500 Mg + Pseudoephedrine Hydrochloride 30 Mg + Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride 25 Mg Tablets

Category Of Flutab Tablets

• Allergy & Cold Drugs

Mechanism Of Action Of Paracetamol, Diphenhydramine & Pseudoephedrine

• Paracetamol acts on the hypothalamus to produce an antipyretic effect, as fever develops when the hypothalamus is set to a higher-than-normal temperature.
• Paracetamol may work peripherally to block pain impulse generation; may also inhibit prostaglandin synthesis in CNS
• H1 histamine receptor antagonist; competes for H1-receptor sites in target cells in the respiratory tract, blood vessels, and gastrointestinal tract.
• Chlorpheniramine is a sedative first-generation antihistamine
• Pseudoephedrine is a sympathomimetic with a mixed mechanism of action, direct and indirect.
• Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant used for reducing nasal congestion caused by allergies or the common cold.
• Pseudoephedrine causes blood vessels in the nasal passages to shrink (vasoconstrictor).
• Vasoconstriction reduces nasal congestion by preventing fluid from draining from blood vessels into nasal passages.

Therapeutic Indications Of Flutab Tablets

• It is used for the relief of the following indications:

1. Headache
2. Congestion and sinus pain
3. Sneezing
4. Body aches
5. Itchy and watery eyes
6. Blocked and runny nose
7. Fever
8. Relief from cold and flu symptoms.

Method Of Administration Of Flutab Tablets

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Shake well before uses
• The average doses: 1 tablets 3 - 4 times daily or as directed by a physician.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Flutab Tablets

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Headache
2. Minor nosebleeds (epistaxis) if used for over 6 weeks
3. Nasal ulceration
4. Pain in the throat
5. Shortness of breath
6. Pain, burning, irritation, soreness, or dryness on the inside of the nose

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Flutab Tablets

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Reduce Allergy

• Stay hydrated: Drink lots of water to thin mucus.
• Inhale steam: Take a hot shower, or boil water and pour it into a bowl, face the bowl (stay at least 1 foot away), place a towel over the back of your head to form a tent, and inhale.
• Use a humidifier, for example, Vicks Air Humidifier, to loosen mucus
• Avoid inhaled irritants such as dust, perfumes, or pollutants. Wear face mask to reduce the exposure to the allergen
• Sometimes smoke irritates your airways and causes inflammation that turns into bronchitis. Stopping smoking will help you to get rid of your cough.
• Lozenges like Strepsils soothes an irritated throat

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Flutab Tablets

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you suffer from bronchial asthma
2. If you have or have had a peptic ulcer
3. If you suffer from hypertension or any heart diseases
4. If you suffer from Hepatic disease
5. If you suffer from Renal impairment
6. If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Flutab Tablets

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Paracetamol

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit drugs.com at Information About Paracetamol
• Visit Drugbank at Information About Paracetamol