Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup

Quick info

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is a medication used to treat various symptoms of allergic conditions such as hay fever, urticaria, conjunctivitis, and common cold in children. Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup is an antihistamine medication used to relieve symptoms of allergic conditions in children. It works by blocking the natural chemical substance histamine produced in the body during an allergic state, thereby subsiding the immune system's response to these conditions.

How it works

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup belongs to a class of medicines called antihistamines. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child's immune system's response to these conditions.

Direction of use

Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup should be given to children at the same time each day, and they may feel sleepy or dizzy after each dose. If this happens, they should sit or lie down and be careful while performing tasks that require mental focus.

Tips

• Try giving the medicines at the same time each day to help you remember
• Avoid giving Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup with fatty meals and fruit juice as both can reduce the absorption of the medicine
• Dry mouth can occur as a side effect of taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup. Taking sips of water may help
• Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup can trigger constipation in your child. Give plenty of fluids and a fiber-rich diet to your child
• Stop taking Alfree 5mg/5ml Syrup at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results

Side Effects

• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Respiratory distress in children less than 4 years of age