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Sinarest tablet dosage composition adults children
Here is the complete dosage information for the different Sinarest variants available in India (manufactured by Centaur Pharma):
Sinarest Tablet Variants & Dosage
1. Sinarest Tablet (Original)
Composition: Paracetamol 500 mg + Phenylephrine HCl 10 mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg + Caffeine 30 mg
| Age Group | Dose |
|---|---|
| Adults | 1-2 tablets, 3-4 times daily (every 4-6 hours) |
| Children <2 years | Not recommended |
2. Sinarest New Tablet
Composition: Paracetamol 500 mg + Phenylephrine 10 mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg (no caffeine)
| Age Group | Dose |
|---|---|
| Adults | 1-2 tablets, 3-4 times daily |
3. Sinarest LP New Tablet
Composition: Levocetirizine 2.5 mg + Phenylephrine 10 mg + Paracetamol 500 mg (non-sedating antihistamine variant)
| Age Group | Dose |
|---|---|
| Adults & children >12 years | 1 tablet twice daily |
| Children 6-12 years | ½ tablet twice daily |
Key Points
- Maximum daily paracetamol dose: Do not exceed 4 g (4000 mg) per day from all sources
- Duration: Should not be used beyond 3-5 days without medical advice
- Take with or without food; swallow whole with water
- Missed dose: Take as soon as remembered, but skip if the next dose is near - never double up
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any ingredient
- Severe hypertension or cardiovascular disease
- Angle-closure glaucoma
- Patients on MAO inhibitors
- End-stage renal impairment (for LP variant)
Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness (especially with Chlorpheniramine variant)
- Dry mouth, dizziness, nausea
- Palpitations, tachycardia (due to Phenylephrine)
Note: The Chlorpheniramine-containing variants (Original/New) cause more sedation. The LP variant with Levocetirizine is less sedating. Always take as directed by your doctor.
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