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Brand name: Dimetapp PE Day plus Night Cough Cold plus Flu TM
Active ingredients: paracetamol + dextromethorphan + phenylephrine + chlorphenamine, paracetamol + phenylephrine + dextromethorphan
What it is used for
The daytime capsules provides temporary relief from the symptoms of the common cold and flu such as nasal congestion, headaches, muscular aches, fever, body aches and pains, sore throat, stuffy, runny noses and dry irritating coughs. ,The nightime capsule also provides temporary relief from the symptoms of cold and flu and also contain an antihistamine to relieve runny nose, sneezing, itching of the nose and throat, itchy watery eyes due to cold and flu symptoms and therefore allows a good nights sleep.
How to take it
This medicine is a pack that contains more than one part.
Part 1: Capsule, soft
The night pe is a shiny, green-coloured, clear, oblong soft capsule with "dimetapp pe" on one side in white ink.
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
Part 2: Capsule, soft
The day pe is a shiny orange-coloured, clear oblong soft capsule with "dimetapp pe" on one side in white ink.
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Storage instructions
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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