Maxtra Oral Drops

Composition of Maxtra Oral Drops

Maxtra Oral Drops contains Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/ml). It belongs to the Analgesic (paracetamol) + Sympathomimetic decongestant (phenylephrine) + First-generation H1 antihistamine (chlorpheniramine) class of medicines.

Uses of Maxtra Oral Drops

• Relief of symptoms of common cold/flu in infants and children such as fever
• runny nose
• sneezing
• nasal congestion and associated body ache.

Key benefits

• Reduces fever
• Relieves runny nose and sneezing
• Helps relieve nasal congestion
• Eases cold-related body ache

How Maxtra Oral Drops works

Paracetamol reduces fever and pain by inhibiting prostaglandin synthesis in the central nervous system. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that constricts blood vessels in the nasal mucosa to reduce blockage. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces sneezing and runny nose, while sodium citrate acts as an expectorant/alkaliniser to help relieve throat irritation and cough associated with colds.

How to take Maxtra Oral Drops

Oral drops: use only as prescribed by a doctor/paediatrician. Measure the dose with the provided dropper; may be given with or without food (giving after food can reduce stomach upset). Do not exceed the recommended dose or combine with other paracetamol-containing products.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If your child missed a dose of Maxtra Oral Drops, give it as soon as you remember. However, if it’s almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular schedule. Do not give a double dose to make up for the missed one.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe drowsiness, a fast heartbeat, confusion and, in children, agitation and fits. It can cause vomiting, severe drowsiness, a racing heart and, with codeine, dangerously slow breathing. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Maxtra Oral Drops

Most side effects of Maxtra Oral are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• dry mouth
• nausea
• vomiting
• stomach upset
• constipation
• irritability
• headache

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Maxtra Oral Drops

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in children with liver disease, kidney disease, hyperthyroidism, heart disease or high blood pressure. May cause drowsiness—avoid activities requiring alertness. Do not use with other cold/cough medicines containing antihistamines/decongestants or with additional paracetamol to prevent overdose and liver injury. Seek medical advice if fever persists >3 days, symptoms worsen, or if breathing difficulty/rash occurs.

Do not take Maxtra Oral if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. The sedating antihistamines are not suitable for very young children, or for people with glaucoma or an enlarged prostate, without medical advice. Codeine-containing preparations are not for children, or for anyone with breathing difficulty.

Interactions with other medicines

Other paracetamol-containing products, sedatives/CNS depressants (increased drowsiness), MAO inhibitors and tricyclic antidepressants (may increase decongestant effects), antihypertensives (reduced effect), alcohol (increased liver risk)

How to store Maxtra Oral Drops

Store below 25°C in a dry place, protected from light. Keep tightly closed and out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Maxtra Oral Drops

Maxtra Oral Drops is commonly prescribed to relieve symptoms of cold and allergy such as runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes in children. Give this medicine exactly as advised by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose. Maxtra Oral Drops may cause slight drowsiness or irritability in some children. Monitor your child after giving the dose. This medicine should not be given to children below 4 years of age. Inform your doctor if your child has any existing medical conditions or is taking any other medications.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

ZUVENTUS HEALTHCARE LTD`

Therapeutic class:

Anti-common cold (Analgesic/Antipyretic + Antihistamine + Decongestant)

Drug class:

Analgesic (paracetamol) + Sympathomimetic decongestant (phenylephrine) + First-generation H1 antihistamine (chlorpheniramine)