Sudafed Sinus Max strength – 16 Capsules

Sudafed Sinus Max Strength Capsules are designed to help relieve the symptoms of sinusitis.

How Sudafed Max Strength Capsules works

Sudafed Max Strength Capsules contain 3 active ingredients: paracetamol, caffeine and phenylephrine hydrochloride.

Paracetamol is an analgesic which helps to relieve pain and reduce fever.

Caffeine is a stimulant. It is used to reduce tiredness and increase pain relief.

Finally, phenylephrine hydrochloride is a decongestant which helps to unblock your sinuses.

Directions

Always take Sudafed Sinus Max Strength Capsules exactly as described in the patient information leaflet or as your doctor /  pharmacist has told you.

Take 2 capsules every 4-6 hours. Do not take more than 4 doses in any 24-hour period.

Do not take for more than 3 days unless you have been advised by a GP or pharmacist.

Side effects

Like all medicines, Sudafed Sinus Max Strength may cause side effects in some people, but these won’t affect everybody. Common side effects include:

• Allergic reactions e.g. skin rash
• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Headaches
• Dizziness
• Heart palpitations
• High blood pressure
• Glaucoma
• Problems when passing urine

If you experience any side effects, including any not included in the patient information leaflet, you can report them using the MHRA Yellow Card Scheme.

Serious side effects

Seek emergency medical attention if you notice any signs of a severe allergic reaction, symptoms of which include swelling of the face and throat, skin rash, breathing difficulties and/or loss of consciousness.

Warnings

Sudafed Sinus Max Strength Capsules may be unsuitable for certain people. Do not take these capsules if you are allergic to any of the ingredients or if:

• You have high blood pressure
• You have severe heart disease or circulatory problems
• You have an overactive thyroid
• You have a history of stomach ulcers
• You have an enlarged prostate

Talk to your doctor or  pharmacist before taking this medicine if:

• You suffer from kidney or liver problems, including alcohol liver disease or have alcohol dependence
• You have diabetes
• You have a circulatory disorder such as Raynaud’s phenomenon

Using/taking other medicines

If you are taking or have recently taken any medication, including medication obtained without a prescription, talk to your GP or pharmacist before taking this product.

You should tell a healthcare provider if you are taking the following medicines:

• Medicines to treat high cholesterol levels e.g. cholestyramine
• Medicines to control feeling or being sick e.g. metoclopramide, domperidone
• Anticoagulants to thin the blood e.g. warfarin
• Medication for epilepsy or to help you sleep e.g. barbiturates such as phenobarbitone
• Medication to treat migraines e.g. ergotamine, methysergide
• Medication to lower blood pressure or treat heart and circulatory problems such as beta-blockers or vasodilators
• Decongestant medication e.g. ephedrine, xylometazoline
• Flucloxacillin

Age restrictions

This product is not suitable for children under 16 years old.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, you must ask your doctor or  pharmacist for advice before taking any new medicine. 

Alcohol

Do not drink alcohol whilst you are taking this product. 

Driving and operating machinery

This product might cause you to feel dizzy. If you are affected do not drive or operate machinery until you feel safe to do so.

Storage information

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place out of sight and reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date, referring to the last day of the month stated on the packaging. Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Important information

This product is a medicine; make sure to speak to your doctor or  pharmacist before taking this product if you have an underlying medical problem or are taking any other medicine or complementary therapy. If your symptoms get worse or continue after taking this product, contact us or your doctor. For medical services in your area, please refer to https://www.nhs.uk

If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product. If you suffer from any allergies, ask your doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is right for you.

Store all medicines out of sight and reach of children.

Please read the included leaflet carefully before using this product.

Please contact your GP if appropriate regarding this product.