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Numark Max Strength Cold & Flu Capsules

Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, Caffeine

PATIENT INFORMATION LEAFLET

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Read all of this leaflet carefully before you take this medicine because it contains important information you need to know.

This medicine is available without prescription, however, you still need to use this product carefully to get the best results from it. Keep this leaflet as you may need to read it again. Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.

1.    What is this medicine and what is it used for?

This medicine contains:

•    paracetamol which is a pain reliever (analgesic) and helps reduce your temperature when you have a fever

•    phenylephrine which is a decongestant to reduce swelling in the passages of the nose to help you breathe more easily

•    caffeine which helps to increase the pain relief from paracetamol and makes you more alert.

These capsules are used for the relief of the symptoms of colds and flu, including aches and pains, sore throat, headache, fatigue (tiredness) and drowsiness, nasal congestion (blocked nose) and feverishness (high temperature).

2.    Is this medicine suitable for you?

Do not take this medicine if you:

•    are allergic to paracetamol, caffeine, phenylephrine or any of the other ingredients

•    are under 12 years of age

•    have a serious heart condition or cardiovascular disorder(s)

•    have high blood pressure (hypertension)

•    have a history of stomach ulcers

•    have an overactive thyroid

•    are taking antidepressant drugs called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI's), or have taken them within the last 14 days - these are medicines such as phenelzine and isocarboxazid.

Please see your doctor or pharmacist before

taking this medicine if you:

•    are pregnant or breastfeeding

•    suffer from kidney or liver problems, including alcoholic liver disease

•    have diabetes

•    have circulatory disorders such as a condition called Raynaud's Phenomenon, which results from poor circulation in the fingers and toes.

If you are taking any of the following

medicines please see your doctor:

•    medicines to treat high cholesterol levels which reduce the amount of fat in the blood such as colestyramine

•    medicines to control feeling sick or being sick such as metoclopramide or domperidone

•    medicines called anti-coagulants, which are used to thin the blood such as warfarin or other coumarins - you may take occasional doses of paracetamol but should consult your doctor if you need to take it on a regular basis

•    barbiturates (for epilepsy or to help you sleep), such as phenobarbitones

•    tricyclic antidepressants such as imipramine, amitriptyline

•    medicines to lower blood pressure, treat heart or circulatory problems such as beta blockers (e.g. atenolol) or vasodilators (e.g. hydralazine)

•    other decongestant drugs such as ephedrine or xylometazoline.

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2. Is this medicine suitable for you?

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Contains paracetamol.

Do not take with any other paracetamol-containing products.

headache

difficulty sleeping (insomnia)

fast, slow or irregular heart beat (palpitations)

high blood pressure

tingling or coolness of the skin.

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Other important information:

Do not drink alcohol (beer, wine, spirits etc) while taking this product.

3. How to take this medicine

Swallow the capsules whole with water.

Do not chew.

Adults, the elderly and children aged 12 years and over:

2 capsules every 4 hours, as required. Do not take more than 8 capsules in any 24 hour period.

Do not give to children under 12 years.

Do not exceed the stated dose. If your symptoms persist or worsen, you must see a doctor or pharmacist.

Immediate medical advice should be sought in the event of an overdose, even if you feel well, because of the risk of delayed, serious liver damage. Go to your nearest hospital casualty department. Take your medicine and this leaflet with you.

4. Possible side effects

Most people do not have any side effects while taking this medicine. However, if you experience any of the following side effects, or anything else unusual happens, stop taking the medicine immediately, and see your doctor or pharmacist.

Rare side effects are:

•    allergic reactions such as skin rash

•    nausea (feeling sick) or vomiting (being sick)

More rarely, the following side effects can happen:

• you may become more prone to bleeding, bruising, fever and infections, such as sore throat and ulcers, due to changes in your blood

5.    How to store your medicine

Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.

Do not use this medicine after the expiry date printed on the pack. Do not store above 25°C.

6.    What is in this medicine?

Each red / yellow capsule contains the active ingredients: paracetamol 500 mg, caffeine 25 mg and phenylephrine hydrochloride 6.1 mg.

The other ingredients are: maize starch, croscarmellose sodium, sodium laurilsulfate, magnesium stearate and talc. The capsule shell is made of gelatin and contains the colours: quinoline yellow (E104), titanium dioxide (E171), patent blue V (E131) and erythrosine (E127).

This product is available in a pack size of 16 capsules.

7. Who makes this medicine?

The Marketing Authorisation holder and manufacturer is Wrafton Laboratories Limited, Braunton, Devon, EX33 2DL, UK.

Text revised: August 2012.

PL 12063/0066    2741178