Aerius Anti-allergy Syrup 0.5 non Drowsy mg/150 ml

Product Name

• Aerius Syrup, Relieves Cold and Allergy Symptoms - 150 ml

Scientific name

• Desloratadine 0.5 mg/ml Syrup

Erius syrup belongs to

• Cold and allergy medications

How does desloratadine work?

• An antihistamine drug that prevents histamine from binding to its H1 receptors in the cells of the respiratory system, blood vessels, and digestive system.
• Non-drowsy third generation

Medical uses of Aerius syrup

• Desloratadine relieves symptoms of allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal passages caused by allergies, hay fever, or dust allergies).
• These symptoms include sneezing, runny or itchy nose, itchy throat, and itchy, red, or watery eyes.
• Desloratadine is also used to relieve symptoms of hives (a skin condition caused by allergies).
• This symptom relief lasts for a full day and helps you resume your normal daily activities and sleep.

How to use Aerius syrup

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• Shake well before use.
• Average doses:

1. Adults and children 6 years of age and older: Take one 5 ml spoonful once at bedtime or as directed by a physician.
2. Children (under 6 years): As directed by a physician.

• Doses may be changed in special circumstances, so always follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist.
• If you take more medicine than you should, talk to your doctor or go to the hospital right away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose.

Side effects of Aerius syrup

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

1. fatigue
2. dry mouth
3. headache
4. severe allergic reactions
5. skin redness
6. Irregular heartbeat
7. fast heartbeat
8. stomach ache
9. feeling nauseous
10. Vomiting
11. Stomach upset
12. Diarrhea
13. dizziness

Use of Aerius syrup during pregnancy and lactation

• If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, 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 potential risks and benefits of using this medication during pregnancy and breast-feeding.

Helpful Tips to Reduce Allergy Severity

• Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water to thin out phlegm.
• Inhale steam: Take a hot shower or boil water and pour it into a bowl, turn your head toward the bowl (stay at least 1 foot away), place a towel over the back of your head to form a tent, and inhale.
• Use some inhalers (humidifiers), for example Vicks Humidifier , to loosen phlegm.
• Avoid inhaling irritants such as dust, perfumes, or pollutants. Wear face masks to reduce exposure to allergens.
• Smoke sometimes irritates the airways and causes inflammation that turns into bronchitis. Quitting smoking will help you get rid of your cough.
• Some lozenges, such as Strepsils, can help soothe a sore throat.

Warnings and precautions while using Aerius Syrup

• Before using this medicine, talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you suffer from bronchial asthma
2. If you have or have ever had a peptic ulcer
3. If you have liver disease
4. If you have liver disease
5. If you have kidney failure
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 medicines including non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins and nutritional supplements.

How to store Aerius syrup

• Store below 25°C.
• Do not refrigerate the medicine.
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Must be stored in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the carton/blister/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.