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Cold and Flu (Pharmacy Choice) TM
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.
Active ingredients: paracetamol + pseudoephedrine, paracetamol, pseudoephedrine
Pack: Cold and Flu (Pharmacy Choice) tablet, 24, blister pack
Brand name
(ARTG)
: PHARMACY CHOICE COLD & FLU uncoated tablet blister packDownload the Consumer Medicine Information Leaflet
Download consumer medicine information leaflet (pdf) from the Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) website
What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Temporary relief of the following cold and flu symptoms: nasal congestion, sinus pain, runny nose, headache and body aches and pains. Reduces fever.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Tablet, uncoated
- Oral
- White, round tablet with break-line.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 30 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
Over 65 ?
(AHT)
This medicine contains the active ingredients:
If you are over 65 years of age, there may be specific risks and recommendations for use of this medicine. Please discuss your individual circumstances with your pharmacist, doctor or health professional. For more information read our page on medication safety for older people.
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient pseudoephedrine
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
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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