What is Fluconazole Fungal Infection Capsule?

This medicine contains Fluconazole, which belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. These act to treat infections caused by fungi.

The medicine can be used to treat thrush (vaginal candidiasis). It may also be used by the woman’s sexual partner to treat associated penile thrush (candidal balanitis).

Thrush is a common infection caused by a yeast (or fungus), which may live harmlessly in the vagina without you even noticing it.

However, in certain circumstances, it may develop into an infection in the vagina and symptoms may spread to the surrounding area. The symptoms may include one or more of the following:

• Itching of the vagina and surrounding area (the vulva)
• Redness and swelling of the tissues of the vagina and vulva
• Soreness of the vagina and vulva
• White non-smelling discharge from the vagina

Thrush may be aggravated by sexual intercourse, but it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, sometimes thrush can be passed to your partner through sexual intercourse.

If your partner has penile thrush, he may have one or more of the following symptoms:

• Soreness and redness of the penis
• Tightness of the foreskin
• A white non-smelling penile discharge

What is the recommended dosage for Fluconazole?

• Check the foil is not broken before use. If it is, do not take the capsule.
• Adults aged 16 to 60 years: Take one capsule once only.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water.
• Do not give to children under 16 years, or take if you are an adult of 61 years or older unless your doctor tells you to.
• Do not take more than the amount recommended above.
• If symptoms do not go away within seven days, talk to your doctor.
• If your symptoms worsen at any time, talk to your doctor.
• If symptoms clear up but then return after seven days, you can take another capsule, unless you had an allergic reaction the first time.

What is in this medicine

The capsule contains Fluconazole 150 mg which is the active ingredient.

What is Loperamide Hydrochloride, and when is it used?

Loperamide is a medicine to treat Diarrhoea (runny poo). It can also help with short term diarrhoea or irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Loperamide is also used for long-lasting Diarrhoea from bowel problems such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and short bowel syndrome. If you have a colostomy to give you a stoma (an opening in your stomach to collect poo from your body), Loperamide can help to slow down your bowel and make your poo thicker.

Key facts of Loperamide

• Diarrhoea which starts suddenly usually gets better on its own within 5 to 7 days. If you need immediate, short term relief, taking Loperamide can cut down the number of times you go to the toilet, and it makes your poo less watery.
• Adults should take 2 tablets or capsules straight away if they suffer from short term diarrhoea. After this take 1 each time you do a runny poo.
• Don't exceed the recommended amount. Exceeding the recommended amount can lead to serious heart problems (including a fast or irregular heartbeat).

How will it treat my symptoms?

Loperamide works by slowing down the muscle movements in your gut, so an increased amount of water is absorbed from your stools. This leads to your stools becoming firmer, and they're passed less frequently.

What causes Diarrhoea?

Diarrhoea is usually caused by a bowel infection known as gastroenteritis. Other known causes are:

• Alcohol
• Appendicitis
• Food allergy

If you are taking any other medicine currently, check the side effects to make sure that they do not cause Diarrhoea. Chronic or long-term Diarrhoea can be a symptom of a more severe condition, such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS).

What are Paracetamol Tablets?

Paracetamol is a pain reliever (analgesic) which helps reduce your temperature when you have a fever.

These tablets are for the relief of mild to moderate pain including headache, migraine, toothache, nerve pain, sore throat and period pains. They are also for the symptomatic relief of sprains and strains, rheumatic pains, sciatica, lumbago, fibrositis, muscular aches and pains, joint swelling and stiffness, flu, feverishness and feverish colds.

How to take Paracetamol Tablets

Swallow the capsules whole with water. Do not chew.

Adults, the elderly and children over 16 years:

• 2 capsules to be taken every 4 to 6 hours as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (8 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

Children aged 12 to 15 years:

• 1 capsule to be taken every 4 to 6 hours, as required. Do not take more than 4 doses (4 capsules) in any 24 hour period.

What do Paracetamol Tablets contain

Each tablet contains the active ingredient: paracetamol 500 mg.

What are Almus Max Strength Sleep Aid Tablets

Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride Tablets contain the active substance diphenhydramine hydrochloride, an antihistamine with sedative properties that induce drowsiness or sedation. It reduces the time needed to fall asleep and increases the depth and quality of sleep.

Diphenhydramine hydrochloride is used to aid relief of temporary sleep disturbance (difficulties sleeping) in adults and children over 16 years of age.

How to take Almus Max Strength Sleep Aid Tablets

Adults and children over 16 years:

• 50mg strength tablets: Take one tablet 20 minutes before bed.

Use in children:

• Please do not use it in children under 16 years of age.

This medicine is for oral use. Swallow the tablets whole with water.

Do not exceed the stated dose. Please do not take it for longer than two weeks without consulting a doctor.

What do Almus Max Strength Sleep Aid Tablets contain

The active substance is diphenhydramine hydrochloride.

Each tablet has 50mg of diphenhydramine hydrochloride.

The other ingredients are Lactose monohydrate, Maize Starch and Magnesium Stearate.

What Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel is and what it is used for?

Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel contains the active substance diclofenac which belongs to a group of medicines called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is specially formulated for rubbing into the skin.

Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel is used to relieve pain and reduce inflammation and swelling in a number of painful conditions affecting the joints and muscles. Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel can be used to treat:

• muscle and joint injuries (e.g. sprains, strains, bruises, backache, sports injuries), relieving pain and helping recovery back to normal function
• tendonitis (e.g. tennis elbow), swelling around the elbow or knee.

Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel is intended for use in adults and children aged 14 years and older.

How to use Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel

For adults and adolescents 14 years and over:

• Apply the gel 2 times a day (preferably morning and evening) on the painful area.

How to apply Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel

• Do not use if tamper evidence seals are broken.
• Use a finger, thumb, side of your hand or even edge of a table against the underside of the cap lid to open the flip-top cap easily.
• Gently squeeze out a small amount of gel from the tube and apply to the painful or swollen area, slowly rubbing into the skin. The amount needed will vary depending upon the size of the painful or swollen area; an amount ranging in size from a 1 penny to a 2 pence piece will usually be sufficient (2-4g). You may notice a slight cooling effect when you rub the gel in. Only use the smallest amount of Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel needed to relieve your pain but never use more than 8g per day and 56g in one week.
• After use, if needed, remove the remaining amount of the gel from the flip-top cap with a cotton towel or absorbent paper until visually clean and dry. Close the flip-top cap, until you hear a ‘click’ sound. Hold the tube upright when opening or closing the flip-top cap to avoid possible leaking of the gel.
• Unless the hands are the site being treated, wash your hands after rubbing in the gel, to avoid accidental contact with the mouth and eyes.

How long to use Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel for

Do not use Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel for more than 14 days unless longer treatment is recommended by a doctor.

If the pain and swelling do not improve within 7 days, or if they get worse, tell your doctor.

In children aged 14 years and over, if this product is required for more than 7 days for pain relief or if the symptoms worsen the patient/parents of the adolescent is/are advised to consult a doctor.

What does Voltarol 12 Hour Joint Pain Relief 2.32% Gel contain

The active substance is diclofenac diethylammonium. Each gram of gel contains 23.2mg of diclofenac diethylammonium.

What is The EyeBag - MGDRx - The Warm Eye Compress

The MGDRx EyeBag® is a patented, CE marked Class 1 medical device registered with the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA).

The EyeBag® can be used as a treatment for sore gritty eyes, dry eye syndrome, Meibomian Gland Dysfunction, Chalazion treatment, Stye treatment and Blepharitis treatment.

The EyeBag® is a silk and cotton device that can be re-heated up to 200 times in a microwave. Simply heat for 30 or 40 seconds on full power and the EyeBag® will stay warm for up to 10 minutes.

For the treatment of Meibomian Gland Dysfunction and relief of the following:

• Meibomian Gland Dysfunction (MGD)
• Blepharitis
• Dry Eye Syndrome
• Styes
• Eyelid Cysts (Meibomian cysts know as chalazion, pronounced Ka-lazy-on)
• Contact Lens Dry Eye
• Corneal Laser Dry Eye
• Seborrhoeic dermatitis
• Rosacea

Symptoms which are relieved by EyeBag® treatment are:

• Grittiness
• Tiredness
• Redness
• Bleary Vision
• Burning Discomfort
• Foreign body sensation (feels like there's something in the eye)
• Dry eye
• Eye irritation

How to use The EyeBag - MGDRx - The Warm Eye Compress

The EyeBag® should only be warmed by a responsible adult. Remove the EyeBag® from the blue box and place it on a clean, microwaveable plate. Do not use the metal griddle supplied with some microwaves as this may burn your EyeBag®.

Place in microwave and heat on full power:

Above 750w - 30 seconds

750w and below - 40 seconds 

Caution: If your microwave is greater than 1000w, you may need to reduce the time.

The EyeBag® is designed to be warmed in a microwave oven but if you do not have access to a microwave you can use the warming oven of an Aga, or even a conventional electric oven at a low temperature. Use the ‘plate warming’ setting which is about 50-60 degrees Centigrade or equivalent for about 10 minutes.

Older EyeBags® may take slightly longer to heat and will retain the heat for shorter periods of time. Usually, you can reheat an EyeBag® about 200 times before it needs to be replaced. You can cautiously increase the heating time a little if you need to, but you must not cook it for more than 60 seconds at a time.

How often should the EyeBag® be used?

We recommend using your EyeBag® twice a day for the first fortnight. After this 3-4 times a week is usual but adjust according to the severity of your symptoms.

Your EyeBag® should be replaced after 6 months use.

What is Xailin Night Lubricating Eye Ointment?

Xailin Night Lubricating Eye Ointment provides substantial soothing relief of dry eyes, as it functions as a barrier against moisture loss. Ideal to be used at bedtime. Xailin Night Lubricating Eye Ointment provides soothing relief in the symptoms of dry eyes, like soreness, irritation, or even a gritty sensation. Dry eye symptoms happen because of ocular surface disorders which can be caused by many different motives where the ordinary tears are of poor quality or produced in too little quantity to maintain the eye sufficiently moistly.

Xailin Night Lubricating Eye Ointment is suitable for all ages and may be used by pregnant and breastfeeding women.

How to use Xailin Night Lubricating Eye Ointment

Apply a thin line of ointment about half an inch (1 centimetre), put in each eye if needed:

• Rotate the cap anticlockwise to crack the seal.
• Wash and dry your hands thoroughly before use.
• Remove the outer cap.
• If you are a contact lens wearer, remove your lenses.
• Tilt your head back and lookup.
• Gently pull down the lower lid of the eye to create a small pocket between your eyelid and your eye.
• Hold the tube between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the tube upside down near to the eye, and then try not to touch the eye with the nozzle.
• Apply sufficient pressure on the tube to discharge a thin line of ointment roughly half an inch (1 centimetre), or as directed by your doctor, pharmacist, or optician.
• Blink your eye a couple of times.
• If you missed the eye, then add the following line of ointment.
• Carefully wipe away any excess Xailin Night round the eye with a tissue.
• Repeat the procedure for the other eye, if required.
• Replace the outer cap on the container, trying not to touch the applicator tip using anything, including the eye or your palms.
• Leave at least 30 minutes between administrations of any other ophthalmic medicine.

What does Xailin Night Lubricating Eye Ointment contain?

White Soft Paraffin 57.3% w/w, White Mineral Oil 42.5% w/w, Lanolin Alcohols 0.2% w/w.

What is Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment?

The active substance is clotrimazole. Clotrimazole belongs to a group of medicines called imidazoles and is an antifungal agent which fights the cause of fungal skin infections.

Clotrimazole is used to treat fungal skin infections such as ringworm, athlete’s foot, fungal nappy rash and fungal sweat rash. It is also used to relieve irritation of the vulva (external thrush) or the end of the penis, which may be associated with thrush.

When Clotrimazole is applied to the infected area of skin, it works by destroying the fungus or yeast which has caused the infection. 

How to use Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment

• Before use, pierce the tube seal by inverting the cap over the end of the tube and press.
• If the feet are infected, they should be washed and dried thoroughly, especially between the toes, before applying the cream.
• Clotrimazole should be applied thinly and evenly to the affected areas, two or three times daily and rubbed in gently.
• A strip of cream (½ cm long) is enough to treat an area of about the size of the hand.
• The duration of the treatment depends upon the type of infection. Use the cream for at least two weeks for candida (thrush) infections or at least one month for other infections.
• If you have athlete’s foot, it may help to use an antifungal dusting powder as well. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to recommend one.

The symptoms of skin infection such as itching or soreness should improve within a few days of treatment, although signs such as redness and scaling may take longer to disappear. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

What does Clotrimazole Cream 1% Fungal Treatment contain

The active substance is clotrimazole. Each gram of cream contains 10 mg of clotrimazole (i.e. 1% w/w).

What is Gaviscon Advance Aniseed Flavoured Suspension

Gaviscon Advance belongs to a group of medicines called "reflux suppressants".

This product forms a protective layer that floats on top of the stomach contents. This layer prevents reflux and keeps the stomach contents away from the lining of the food pipe to relieve heartburn symptoms and acid indigestion.

Gaviscon can also be used to relieve the symptoms of conditions such as hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through a muscle wall), reflux oesophagitis (inflamed food pipe) and chloroquine (a medication used to prevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used to treat osteoporosis) and estramustine (a medication to treat prostate cancer).

How to take Gaviscon Advance Aniseed Flavoured Suspension

Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. Shake well before use.

Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over: 5-10 ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime.

Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.

If you forget a dose, it is not necessary to double the dose next time; carry on taking it as before.

If you take too much of this product, you may feel bloated and experience some abdominal discomfort. It is unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if this doesn’t go away.

What does Gaviscon Advance Aniseed Flavoured Suspension contain

Every 10 ml of oral suspension contains 1000 mg sodium alginate and 200 mg potassium hydrogen carbonate as the active ingredients.

The other ingredients are calcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates, sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, aniseed flavour derived from fennel and purified water. This product does not contain sugar or gluten.

What are Hypromellose Eye Drops 0.3%

Hypromellose is an artificial tear used to relieve dry eye conditions (e.g. conditions associated with the use of VDUs and TVs, infrequent blinking, certain medical treatments, atmospheric pollution and drying atmospheres e.g. air-conditioning, central heating, wind and sun). It is also used to moisten hard contact lenses and lubricate artificial eyes.

How to use Hypromellose Eye Drops 0.3%

Always use Hypromellose Eye Drops exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

The recommended dose is one or two drops three times daily as needed or directed by your doctor. If you are using it in combination with another eye drop medicine, wait 5-15 minutes before applying the second eye drops.

Instructions for use

• Before opening a new bottle of Hypromellose Eye Drops, please check that the safety strip on the bottom of the outer cap is unbroken.
• Twist the outer cap to break the seal.
• Wash your hands well before use.
• Remove the outer cap. If you are putting in the drops yourself, you should use a mirror.
• Tilt your head back and look up at the ceiling.
• Pull the lower lid of the eye out to form a small pocket between your eyelid and your eye.
• Hold the bottle between the thumb and middle finger of the other hand, turn the bottle upside down near to the eye, try not to touch the eye with the nozzle.
• Apply enough pressure to the container to release one to two drops, as directed by your doctor.
• Blink your eye a few times.
• If you think that you have missed the eye, then insert another drop.
• Repeat steps 5-10 for the other eye if you have been told to use Hypromellose Eye Drops in both eyes.
• Replace the outer cap on the container, trying not to touch the applicator tip with anything, including the eye or your fingers.
• Wash your hands

If you are unsure about how to use Hypromellose Eye Drops talk to your doctor or pharmacist. Eye solutions, if handled wrongly, can become contaminated by common bacteria and cause eye infections. If you do develop any other eye condition whilst using this product, see your doctor immediately.

How much to use

The usual dose is 1 or 2 drops placed in each eye three times daily, however, this may vary depending on the amount of lubrication needed.

If there is no improvement see your doctor or pharmacist.

Hypromellose Eye Drops are for external use only.

If you use more Hypromellose Eye Drops then you should

It can be washed out of your eye with warm water. It will not cause you any harm. If you are worried then talk to your doctor or pharmacist.

If you forget to take Hypromellose Eye Drops

Apply the drops as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

If you stop using Hypromellose Eye Drops

You should speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you want to stop taking Hypromellose.

If you have any further questions on the use of this medicine, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

What do Hypromellose Eye Drops 0.3% contain?

The active substance is hypromellose 0.3%w/v

The other ingredients are purified water, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, borax, boric acid, benzalkonium chloride solution. It may also contain sodium hydroxide or hydrochloric acid.

What is Acnecide Gel?

• Acnecide contains benzoyl peroxide, which attacks the bacteria (germs) known as Propionibacterium acnes, one of the leading causes of acne.
• Your doctor or pharmacist has recommended this medicine to treat your acne. Acne appears as blackheads and whiteheads, which people often refer to as pimples or spots.
• Acne of the face, chest or back may be treated with this medicine.

How to apply Acnecide Gel

Always use this medicine as described in this leaflet or as your doctor or pharmacist has told you. Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.

• Acnecide is for EXTERNAL USE ONLY.
• Unless your doctor or pharmacist has told you otherwise,
• Wash the affected area with a mild skin cleanser and water, and gently pat your skin dry.
• Apply the gel in a thin layer once or twice a day to all the affected areas.
• If you have sensitive skin, apply the gel once daily before going to bed
• Any drying or peeling to your skin may be reduced if you alter the number of times you apply, i.e., once a day or once every two days, until your skin adjusts to the product.
• You should try to avoid exposure to strong sunlight while using Acnecide. If exposure is unavoidable, use a suitable sunscreen lotion and apply Acnecide in the evening. Remember to wash the affected area before use.
• How long you will have to use Acnecide will depend on how quickly your condition improves. After you have used it for one month, you should see your doctor or pharmacist again. They can then check the improvement of your condition.
• This medication should be discontinued if it causes Swelling and blistering of the skin, sensitivity to sunlight, and sunlamps.
• This product should not be applied to damaged or sensitive skin. 

What is in this medicine

The active substance is hydrous benzoyl peroxide equivalent to benzoyl peroxide 5% w/w in an aqueous, non-alcoholic gel base.

What are Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules

Benadryl Allergy Relief is a medicine that is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever and other allergic conditions such as pet or dust allergies. The capsules contain acrivastine which is an antihistamine that helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes.

It can also be used to treat the symptoms of urticaria, also known as hives, where the skin looks blotchy with white raised wheals (bumps) surrounded by redness. This medicine is for use in adults under 65 years old and children aged 12 years and over.

Common Allergy Symptoms

Itchy Eyes - Allergy eyes are one of the most uncomfortable symptoms of hay fever. They’ll often feel irritated, sore or swollen, and can be an annoying distraction throughout the day. Pollen is a fine powder that can easily get into the eyes. Your body’s natural defence is to create histamine, but although this is meant to help, it’s what actually causes that itchy feeling!

Itchy Runny Nose - When you have allergies, your body reacts to things that aren't really harmful, like pollen, dust mites, mould, or pet dander. It releases histamine, a chemical that causes swelling and inflammation. The blood vessels in your eyes swell and your eyes get red, teary, and itchy.

Sneezing - Unlike the type of sneezing associated with a cold, allergy sneezing happens when airborne pollen finds its way into your nasal cavities and your body tries to force it out. It’s one of the most common rhinitis symptoms, so if you know you’re prone to it, we recommend always having some tissues handy

Common Sinus Congestion Symptoms

Sinus Pain - If you have sinus pain, it may feel like there’s pressure against your eyes, cheeks and forehead. This often worsens when you bend over or lie down. It usually goes hand-in-hand with other common sinus congestion symptoms, such as a blocked nose, tiredness, or even an achy feeling in your upper teeth.

Blocked Nose - A blocked nose is one of the most common symptoms of a cold — and also one of the most annoying! Your nose may also be runny, and you might find it hard to talk or breathe normally. It’s often believed a blocked nose is caused by the build-up of mucus, but that blocked feeling is actually down to inflamed blood vessels in the nose cavity.

Headache - If you have a headache and feel generally unwell, chances are you have a head cold. It’s just like a common cold, but the symptoms are mostly felt around your face and sinuses. Remember, there are many other headache causes, so if it persists, you should always go and see a doctor.

How to take Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules

Adults and Children 12 – 65 years old: 1 capsule up to 3 times a day

• Do not take more than 3 doses in 24 hours.
• If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your doctor.
  

What do Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules contain

The active ingredients in Benadryl Allergy Relief are 8 mg Acrivastine in each capsule.

Other ingredients are: Lactose, sodium starch glycollate, magnesium stearate, gelatin, colouring (E171) and purified water

What are Piriton Allergy Tablets?

Piriton Allergy Tablets are used to treat the allergic symptoms of hayfever and other allergies.

The active ingredient is chlorphenamine maleate, an antihistamine which can help to relieve the symptoms of some allergies and itchy skin rashes. It can be used to treat the itchiness, redness, swelling, tenderness and irritation that can be caused by:

• hayfever and other allergies e.g. pet, house dust mite and mould spore allergies
• nettle rash and hives
• skin allergies and dermatitis
• prickly heat and heat rash
• reactions to food, food additives or medicines
• insect bites and stings
• the itchy rash of chickenpox.

How to take Piriton Allergy Tablets

Adults and children aged 12 years and over:

• Take one tablet every 4 to 6 hours as needed.
• Do not take more than 6 tablets in 24 hours.

Children aged 6 to 12 years:

• Give ½ tablet every 4 to 6 hours as needed.
• Do not give more than 6 half tablets in 24 hours.

What do Piriton Allergy Tablets contain?

Active ingredient Each tablet contains Chlorphenamine Maleate 4 mg.

What are Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules

Benadryl Allergy Relief is a medicine that is used to relieve the symptoms of hay fever and other allergic conditions such as pet or dust allergies. The capsules contain acrivastine which is an antihistamine that helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose and watery eyes.

It can also be used to treat the symptoms of urticaria, also known as hives, where the skin looks blotchy with white raised wheals (bumps) surrounded by redness. This medicine is for use in adults under 65 years old and children aged 12 years and over.

Common Allergy Symptoms

Itchy Eyes - Allergy eyes are one of the most uncomfortable symptoms of hay fever. They’ll often feel irritated, sore or swollen, and can be an annoying distraction throughout the day. Pollen is a fine powder that can easily get into the eyes. Your body’s natural defence is to create histamine, but although this is meant to help, it’s what actually causes that itchy feeling!

Itchy Runny Nose - When you have allergies, your body reacts to things that aren't really harmful, like pollen, dust mites, mould, or pet dander. It releases histamine, a chemical that causes swelling and inflammation. The blood vessels in your eyes swell and your eyes get red, teary, and itchy.

Sneezing - Unlike the type of sneezing associated with a cold, allergy sneezing happens when airborne pollen finds its way into your nasal cavities and your body tries to force it out. It’s one of the most common rhinitis symptoms, so if you know you’re prone to it, we recommend always having some tissues handy

Common Sinus Congestion Symptoms

Sinus Pain - If you have sinus pain, it may feel like there’s pressure against your eyes, cheeks and forehead. This often worsens when you bend over or lie down. It usually goes hand-in-hand with other common sinus congestion symptoms, such as a blocked nose, tiredness, or even an achy feeling in your upper teeth.

Blocked Nose - A blocked nose is one of the most common symptoms of a cold — and also one of the most annoying! Your nose may also be runny, and you might find it hard to talk or breathe normally. It’s often believed a blocked nose is caused by the build-up of mucus, but that blocked feeling is actually down to inflamed blood vessels in the nose cavity.

Headache - If you have a headache and feel generally unwell, chances are you have a head cold. It’s just like a common cold, but the symptoms are mostly felt around your face and sinuses. Remember, there are many other headache causes, so if it persists, you should always go and see a doctor.

How to take Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules

Adults and Children 12 – 65 years old: 1 capsule up to 3 times a day

• Do not take more than 3 doses in 24 hours.
• If symptoms persist or worsen talk to your doctor.
  

What do Benadryl Allergy Relief Capsules contain

The active ingredients in Benadryl Allergy Relief are 8 mg Acrivastine in each capsule.

Other ingredients are: Lactose, sodium starch glycollate, magnesium stearate, gelatin, colouring (E171) and purified water

What are Allevia Fexofenadine Tablets

Allevia contains fexofenadine hydrochloride, which is a non-drowsy antihistamine.

Allevia is used in adults and adolescents over 12 years of age to relieve the symptoms of hay fever (seasonal allergic rhinitis) such as sneezing, itchy, runny or blocked nose and itchy, red and watery eyes.

How to take Allevia Fexofenadine Tablets

For adults and children aged 12 years and over: The recommended dose is one tablet (120 mg) daily. Take the tablet with water before a meal.

This medicine starts to relieve your symptoms within 1 hour and lasts for 24 hours.

Allevia is not recommended for children under 12 years of age.

What do Allevia Fexofenadine Tablets contain

The active substance is fexofenadine hydrochloride. Each tablet contains 120 mg of fexofenadine hydrochloride.

What is Neilmed Sinus Rinse Kit

NeilMed Sinus Rinse Kit provides natural relief from the symptoms of allergy and various nasal conditions. No burning & No stinging.

Uses for NeilMed Sinus Rinse:

• Hayfever, Nasal Allergies and Sinus Pressure.
• Catarrh, Post Nasal Drip and Nasal Congestion.
• Nasal Irritation from animal dander, pollen, dust mites, house dust, occupational dust, fumes and smoke.

Key Benefits of Sinus Rinse:

The easy-squeeze bottle provides a smooth flow of solution that thoroughly cleans the nasal passages, beyond what can be achieved by saline nasal sprays.

The patented mixture sachets contain ingredients with the precise concentration that makes a soothing, therapeutic nasal rinse solution, eliminating all guesswork when making homemade solutions.

For maximum relief rinse twice a day.

What does Neilmed Sinus Rinse Kit contain

The kit consists of:

• 1 x custom-designed cap
• 1 x rinse bottle 240ml
• 1 x tube
• 60 x mixture formula sachets
• Directions for use and detailed information leaflet.

Ingredients of Sachets: USP Grade (99.9% Pure) Sodium Chloride and Sodium Bicarbonate mixture

What is HC45 Hydrocortisone Cream?

HC45 Hydrocortisone Cream is a steroid cream used for inflammations of mild to moderate eczema, dermatitis and reactions to insect bites, nickel and plants. HC45 cream is used to reduce irritation, itching and redness. This cream can only be used for adults and children over the age of 10.

What is eczema and dermatitis?

Eczema is a dry skin condition which makes skin feel itchy, dry and irritated. Dermatitis is an inflammation triggered when the skin comes into contact with something irritable, like harsh additives and disinfectants.

How does HC45 Cream work to treat skin inflammation and redness?

HC45 cream includes 1% w/w hydrocortisone, which decreases the release of inflammatory substances within the bloodstream, thereby reducing swelling, itching and redness.

How to use HC45 Cream

Use sparingly on small skin areas, once or twice a day, for a maximum of 7 days.

If the condition does not improve, consult your doctor.

Important Information about HC45 Cream

HC45 cream contains a steroid cream and should only be used for short-term use (maximum one week). Thin layers of HC45 cream must be applied only to the affected area, as steroids thin the skin. HC45 cream cannot be applied to infected, oozing skin or open wounds. If the condition does not improve or worsens after using HC45 cream, treatment should be discontinued, and you should consult your doctor. HC45 cream must not be applied to the genital or facial regions.

What is Clarinaze Allergy Control Nasal Spray 0.05%

Clarinaze Allergy Control nasal spray contains mometasone furoate, one of a group of medicines callec corticosteroids. When mometasone furoate is sprayed into the nose, it can help to relieve inflammation (swelling and irritation of the nose), sneezing, itching and a blocked up or runny nose.

Clarinaze Allergy Control is used to treat the symptoms of hayfever (also called seasonal allergic rhinitis) and perennial allergic rhinitis in adults aged 18 years and older.

Clarinaze Allergy Control 0.05% nasal spray relieves the nasal symptoms associated with hayfever and other allergies (such as pet, mould and dust).

How to use Clarinaze Allergy Control Nasal Spray 0.05% 

• Use only in the nose.
• Shake gently before use.
• Prime by pumping 10 times before initial use or 2 times if unused for 14 days or more, until a fine mist is produced.

For adults aged 18 and over:

• 2 sprays in each nostril once a day.
• Do not use more than 4 sprays a day.
• Once your symptoms improve, try reducing to 1 spray in each nostril once a day; this may be sufficient to maintain relief.

What does Clarinaze Allergy Control Nasal Spray 0.05% contain

Active Ingredient: Each spray delivers 50 micrograms of mometasone furoates.

Also contains dispersible cellulose, glycerol, sodium citrate, citric acid monohydrate, polysorbate 80, benzalkonium chloride, purified water.

What are NeilMed Sinus Rinse Refill Sachets

Sinus Rinse is a natural soothing saline nasal wash. A large volume low positive pressure nasal wash is the most effective way to irrigate the nose based on current medical studies. Nasal Irrigation is an excellent way to clean mucus from the nose making medication more effective. They also clean allergens, irritants, bacteria and viruses from the nose reducing the frequency of infection.

• Preservative-free
• Drug-free
• Isotonic or Hypertonic
• pH neutral
• No burning

What do NeilMed Sinus Rinse Refill Sachets contain

Sodium Chloride and Sodium Bicarbonate Mixture.

What Is Piriteze Antihistamine Allergy Relief

Piriteze Allergy Tablets are used to treat the allergic symptoms of hayfever (itchy or watery eyes, sneezing and a runny nose) and other allergies, e.g. pet, house dust mite and mould spore allergies. They can also relieve the rashes and itching of chronic urticaria (hives).

The active ingredient is cetirizine hydrochloride, an antihistamine that can help relieve the symptoms of some allergies and itchy skin rashes.

How To Use Piriteze Antihistamine Allergy Relief

Adults and children aged 12 years and over: Swallow one tablet once a day.

Children aged 6 to 12 years: Swallow half a tablet twice daily.

Children under 6 years: Not recommended.

If you have kidney problems, you should talk to your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking these tablets, as a lower dose may be required.

Do not take more than the recommended dose.

Do not give to children under 6 years.

If you take too many tablets

Contact your doctor or casualty department.

Do not drive if you have taken too many tablets.

If you forget to take the tablets

Take one as soon as you remember unless it is nearly time to take the next one. Never take two doses together.

What Does Piriteze Antihistamine Allergy Relief Contain

Each tablet contains Cetirizine Hydrochloride 10 mg.

Other ingredients Microcrystalline cellulose, lactose monohydrate, colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, hypromellose (E 464), macrogol 4000, titanium dioxide (E 171) and polydextrose.

What are Hylo-Dual Relief From Allergy Symptoms Eye Drops

• A thin oil layer protects your tears to help reduce evaporation and prevent tears from running down your face.
• Several systems produce tears, and if any part of these systems breaks down, it can result in reduced quality or quantity of tears.
• Tear replacement with eye drops is traditionally considered a mainstay of Dry Eye management.
• HYLO-Dual® contains a naturally occurring substance called Sodium Hyaluronate, which replenishes the tear film, and Ectoin, which helps stabilise the tear film.
• A stabilised tear film with a healthy oil layer offers protection from allergens and tear evaporation.

Recommended for relief from Lipid deficient dry eye and Meibomian Gland Dysfunction.

• Preservative-free lubricating eye drop
• Suitable for Eye allergy symptoms (burning and itching red eyes)
• Contains Ectoin to help stabilise the tear film for ideally suited to those with diagnosed Meibomian Gland Dysfunction or Lipid deficient dry eye
• 6 months sterility
• Contains 0.05% sodium hyaluronate and 2% Ectoin.
• Contact lens compatible
• Each bottle contains 10ml of solution.

How to use Hylo-Dual Relief From Allergy Symptoms Eye Drops

Remove the cap before use. Before first use only, invert the bottle and pump the base until the first drop appears. The system is now ready for use. Place two fingers on the base of the bottle and your thumb on the shoulder, Pull down your lower eyelid. Tilt your head back and press on the base to release one drop.

What do Hylo-Dual Relief From Allergy Symptoms Eye Drops contain

Sodium hyaluronate 0.05% & Ectoin 2.00%

What is Neilmed Sinus Rinse Kit

NeilMed Sinus Rinse Kit provides natural relief from the symptoms of allergy and various nasal conditions. No burning & No stinging.

Uses for NeilMed Sinus Rinse:

• Hayfever, Nasal Allergies and Sinus Pressure.
• Catarrh, Post Nasal Drip and Nasal Congestion.
• Nasal Irritation from animal dander, pollen, dust mites, house dust, occupational dust, fumes and smoke.

Key Benefits of Sinus Rinse:

The easy-squeeze bottle provides a smooth flow of solution that thoroughly cleans the nasal passages, beyond what can be achieved by saline nasal sprays.

The patented mixture sachets contain ingredients with the precise concentration that makes a soothing, therapeutic nasal rinse solution, eliminating all guesswork when making homemade solutions.

For maximum relief rinse twice a day.

What does Neilmed Sinus Rinse Kit contain

The kit consists of:

• 1 x custom-designed cap
• 1 x rinse bottle 240ml
• 1 x tube
• 10 x mixture formula sachets
• Directions for use and detailed information leaflet.

Ingredients of Sachets: USP Grade (99.9% Pure) Sodium Chloride and Sodium Bicarbonate mixture

What are Chlorphenamine 4mg Hayfever and Allergy Tablets?

Chlorphenamine is an antihistamine medicine that relieves the symptoms of allergies.

It's known as a drowsy (sedating) antihistamine. It's more likely to make you feel sleepy than some other antihistamines.

It's used for:

• Red, itchy eyes (conjunctivitis)
• Hay fever
• Hives (urticaria) caused by food allergies and chickenpox
• Insect bites and stings
• Eczema

Who are Chlorphenamine tablets suitable for?

Chlorphenamine is safe to use by most adults and children aged 1 year and above.

What symptoms or signs will I experience if I have an allergy or hay fever?

If you have an allergy, for example, hay fever, you may notice specific common symptoms when having an allergic reaction. Some of the most visible allergy symptoms include but are not limited to:

• Coughing
• Sneezing
• Red, Itchy, or watery eyes
• Itchy nose, throat, ears
• Blocked or runny nose

How will the Chlorphenamine Maleate 4mg tablets help ease my hay fever or allergy symptoms?

Chlorphenamine comes as 4mg tablets and as a liquid that you take orally. If you're taking the chlorphenamine in liquid form, follow the instruction manual that is included with the medicine with regards to how much is safe to take in each dose.

When taking Chlorphenamine tablets, the usual dose for allergies in adults and children aged 12 years and older is 4mg every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 6 tablets (24mg) in 24 hours.

What are Catacrom Eye Drops 

Catacrom Eye Drops are for the relief and treatment of allergic red, watery, itchy and puffy eyes caused by hayfever, house mites, and other causes of allergy such as pet hairs. Eye allergy can happen when sensitive eyes are exposed to these causes of allergy.

Catacrom Eye Drops is a medicine that affects cells called mast cells. It prevents them from releasing chemical substances that cause redness, watering, itching, and puffiness of allergic reactions.

These eye drops can be used by wearers of rigid or gas permeable contact lenses and can be used by people who are sensitive to preservatives in other kinds of eye drops.

How to use Catacrom Eye Drops

Catacrom Eye Drops are for use in the eye only.

Usual Dose

Catacrom Eye Drops are suitable for use in adults, the elderly and children.

The drops are in single-dose units. Put one or two drops into each eye four times a day, or as directed by your doctor. Avoid touching the eye with the dropper.

Read the instructions on the carton carefully. Wash your hands before and after you use these eye drops.

Steps for Using Catacrom Eye Drops

• Break off one unit dose container from the strip.
• Open the unit dose container by bending/twisting the tab (Figure 1).
• Tilt your head backwards.
• Gently pull down the lower lid to form a pouch (Figure 2).
• With the unit dose in the other hand, put one drop inside the pouch by gently squeezing the container. Try not to touch anything with the tip (Figure 3).
• Close the eye for about 30 seconds and at the same time gently press a finger against the corner of the closed eye, nearest the nose. (Figure 4).
• Some drops may roll down your face. This is normal. The eye holds less than one drop. Wipe away the excess with a clean tissue. If the drop of medication is not retained for any reason, another drop should be dropped into the eye pouch.
• If you use more than one type of eye drop, wait five minutes before putting in the next one. This prevents the first drop from being washed away.
• Repeat instructions 3-8 for the other eye.

If you use more Catacrom Eye Drops then you should

There are no known effects of taking too much of this medicine. If you are concerned, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.

If you forget to use Catacrom Eye Drops

If you forget to use this medicine, use it as soon as you remember.

What do Catacrom Eye Drops contain?

The active substance is sodium cromoglicate.

The other ingredients are purified water and sodium chloride.

Each individual single-dose unit contains 6 mg of sodium cromoglicate in 0.3 ml of solution.

What is Beconase Hayfever Allergy Nasal Spray?

Beconase Allergy Nasal Spray is a powerful, non-drowsy nasal spray for both healing and preventing airborne allergies like hayfever, dust, and pet allergy symptoms. Its anti-inflammatory activity help to rapidly bring relief from common allergy symptoms like sneezing and itchy, watery eyes, sore nose, itchy and runny nose and unlike any tablets it works precisely where the trouble begins, in the nose.

It's developed with an anti-inflammatory activity that functions to prevent and treat the onset of allergic symptoms like swelling and swelling in your nose.

Beconase Allergy Nasal Spray provides all night and day relief from the prevention and treatment for common symptoms of hayfever and allergies. This simple-to-use nasal spray works directly where the issue happens.

Anti-inflammatory action to prevent the symptoms

It's developed with an anti-inflammatory activity that functions to prevent and treat the onset of allergic symptoms like swelling and swelling in your nose.

How to use Beconase Hayfever Allergy Nasal Spray

• Adults aged 18 years or over should apply two sprays into each nostril every morning and evening.
  
• Beconase Allergy Nasal Spray is not recommended for children under 18 years of age.
• Do not use more than eight sprays in a day.
• Shake gently before using.

What does Beconase Hayfever Allergy Nasal Spray contain?

Each spray of Beconase contains Beclometasone Dipropionate 50 micrograms.