Phenergan Night Time 25mg (Promethazine) – 14 Tablets

Phenergan Night Time 25mg Tablets offer a dependable solution for adults experiencing temporary sleep disturbances. Each tablet contains 25mg of promethazine hydrochloride, which effectively blocks histamine, a naturally occurring substance in the body. This action not only addresses allergic reactions but also influences the brain to promote relaxation, facilitating easier and more restful sleep.

Key Features:

• Contains 25mg of promethazine hydrochloride per tablet, known for its sedative effects.
• Ideal for short-term management of insomnia in adults.
• Promotes relaxation, contributing to a restful sleep.
• The package includes 14 tablets, suitable for a 7 to 14 day regimen based on dosage.
• Tablets are pale blue, film-coated, and easy to swallow.
• Recommended not to be used for more than 7 days without a doctor's advice.

What is Phenergan Night Time used for?

Phenergan Night Time is mainly used for addressing short-term sleep problems in adults.

What are the benefits of using Phenergan Night Time?

Phenergan Night Time aids in relaxation, making it easier to fall into a peaceful sleep.

How does Phenergan Night Time work?

It works by blocking histamine, a substance your body produces during allergic reactions, and directly affects the brain to induce relaxation.

Are there any known side effects?

While not everyone may experience side effects, Phenergan Night Time can cause increased skin sensitivity to sunlight and may influence certain test results, including pregnancy and skin tests.

What does the research say about Phenergan Night Time?

Promethazine, its active ingredient, is extensively studied and recognized for its antihistamine and sedative properties, proving effective in treating insomnia and allergy-related conditions.

Does Phenergan Night Time contain any common allergens?

It includes lactose, which may be problematic for those with lactose intolerance.

Can I take Phenergan Night Time if I'm pregnant?

Consultation with a doctor is advised before using Phenergan Night Time during pregnancy.

How long does it take for Phenergan Night Time to work?

It's advised to take the tablet around 20 minutes before bedtime.

Can I take Phenergan Night Time with other medications?

Phenergan Night Time may interact with various medications, such as anticholinergic agents, tricyclic antidepressants, and sedatives. Consulting a healthcare professional is essential when taking other medications.

Before Taking Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 Tablets:

• Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant. Phenergan Tablets should not be taken 2 weeks before birth.
• Avoid taking Phenergan Tablets if you are breastfeeding as small amounts may pass into your milk, which can be harmful to your baby.
• If you are lactose intolerant, consult your doctor before taking Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 tablets, as they contain lactose.
• Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 tablets, as it can affect how the medicine works.
• Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 tablets can increase sensitivity to sunlight, so avoid direct sunlight while taking this medicine.

Do Not Take Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 Tablets If:

• You are under 2 years of age.
• You are allergic (hypersensitive) to promethazine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients.
• You are taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) for depression or have stopped taking one within the last 14 days.
• You are unconscious (in a coma) or experience severe dizziness, drowsiness, or headache.
• Before taking Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 tablets, check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have had: difficulty breathing, asthma, bronchitis, epilepsy, serious heart problems, liver or kidney problems, stomach blockage, difficulty passing urine, narrow-angle glaucoma, or have had Reye's Syndrome or possible Reye's Syndrome.

Effect of Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 Tablets:

Phenergan Night Time 25mg 14 tablets will make you sleepy. Avoid driving or operating machinery while taking them. They are specifically used for short-term sleep problems, such as insomnia.

Other Possible Side Effects:

The following are some known side effects associated with promethazine. Not everyone will experience these side effects, but they are more likely in elderly people and children:

• Feeling tired or sleepy.
• Dizziness.
• Restlessness.
• Headache.
• Nightmares.
• Feeling disoriented.
• Blurred vision.
• Dry mouth.
• Difficulty passing urine (urinary retention).
• Confusion, particularly in elderly people.
• Excitability in children.
• Rash or itching.
• Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight (photosensitivity).
• Loss of appetite.
• Awareness of your heartbeat (palpitations).
• Low blood pressure (hypotension).
• Abnormal movements of the hands, legs, face, neck, and tongue (extrapyramidal effects).
• Yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes (jaundice).
• Disturbances in blood cell counts.

For more information about potential side effects, refer to the leaflet that comes with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Recommended Dosage for Adults and Adults Aged 65+:

• Take 25mg (1 tablet), or 50mg (2 tablets) as a single nighttime dose.

Not Suitable for:

• Children under 16 years of age.

Onset of Action:

Phenergan Night Time 25mg tablets generally start working in around 30 minutes. Individual response times may vary.

Elimination:

Phenergan Night Time 25mg tablets should be out of your system in two to four days, depending on various factors such as metabolism, age, health, weight, dosage, and frequency of use.

Mechanism of Action:

When you experience an allergic reaction, your body releases histamine. Phenergan Night Time 25mg tablets block histamine receptors in the brain, which helps relieve allergy symptoms.

Storage:

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Do not take Phenergan Night Time after the expiry date stated on the carton and blister pack (EXP date). The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
• Store below 30°C, in the original carton to protect from light.

Each Phenergan Night Time 25mg Film-Coated Tablet Contains:

• 25mg of the active substance promethazine hydrochloride.
• 173.52mg of lactose monohydrate.