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Sinus Pain (Pharmacy Health) 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: Sinus Pain (Pharmacy Health) tablet, 24, blister pack

Brand name

(ARTG)

: PHARMACY HEALTH SINUS PAIN RELIEF tablet - uncoated blister pack

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

Temporary relief of the symptoms of sinus headache, pain and nasal congestion (including fever).

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Tablet, uncoated
  • Oral
  • White round tablet with breakline.

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 Schedule 3 : Pharmacist Only Medicine.

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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