Actifed Tablets 12 Pack — Triple Action Cold & Flu Relief Actifed Tablets are a combination pharmacy medicine containing three active ingredients for multi-symptom cold and flu relief: triprolidine hydrochloride (antihistamine for runny nose and sneezing), pseudoephedrine hydrochloride (decongestant for nasal and sinus congestion) and paracetamol (for pain and fever). This triple-action formula addresses the full range of cold and flu symptoms in a single tablet. A trusted cold remedy with a long history of use in Irish pharmacy — available without prescription as a pharmacy medicine from Chemco Pharmacy. Active Ingredients Paracetamol 500mg — relieves headache, sore throat, body aches and fever Pseudoephedrine HCl 60mg — nasal and sinus decongestant, clears blocked passages Triprolidine HCl 2.5mg — antihistamine for runny nose, sneezing and watery eyes Key Features Triple action — pain relief, decongestant and antihistamine in one tablet 12 tablets — suitable for a standard cold treatment course Suitable for adults and children aged 12 and over Available without prescription from Chemco Pharmacy How to Use Adults and children aged 12 and over: 1 tablet every 4–6 hours as needed. Maximum 4 doses in 24 hours. Take with water. May cause drowsiness — avoid driving if affected. Do not exceed the stated dose. Pharmacy medicine. Contains paracetamol — do not take with other paracetamol-containing products. Contains pseudoephedrine — not suitable for those with high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid disease, glaucoma or those taking MAOIs. May cause drowsiness. Not suitable during pregnancy without medical advice. Always read the patient information leaflet before use. Frequently Asked Questions Can I take Actifed with other cold or flu medicines? Do not take Actifed with Lemsip, Night Nurse, Solpa Cold & Flu or any other product containing paracetamol, as this risks paracetamol overdose. Do not take with other decongestants or antihistamines without pharmacist advice. Always check with your Chemco pharmacist before combining cold and flu medicines. Does Actifed cause drowsiness? Actifed contains triprolidine — a first-generation antihistamine that can cause drowsiness in some people. The degree of drowsiness varies between individuals. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you notice drowsiness after taking Actifed. Alcohol will increase the drowsiness effect — avoid alcohol during use. { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type": "Question", "name": "Can I take Actifed with other cold or flu medicines?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Do not combine with Lemsip, Night Nurse, Solpa Cold and Flu or any other paracetamol-containing product — risks overdose. Do not combine with other decongestants or antihistamines without pharmacist advice." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Does Actifed cause drowsiness?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Triprolidine (antihistamine) can cause drowsiness — degree varies by individual. Avoid driving if affected. Alcohol increases drowsiness — avoid during use." } } ] }
