Tylenol Sinus is a remedy for flu, cold and sinusitis, which reduces symptoms such as nasal congestion, coryza, malaise, headaches and body and fever. Its formula contains paracetamol, an analgesic and antipyretic, and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, which is nasal decongestant.
This medication is produced by the Janssen laboratory and can be used in adults and children over 12 years of age. It is available for sale in pharmacies for a price of about 8 to 13 reais.
What is it for
Tylenol sinus is indicated for the temporary relief of symptoms resulting from colds, flu and sinusitis such as nasal congestion, nasal obstruction, coryza, malaise, body aches, headache and fever.
How to take
The recommended dose of Tylenol Sinus, for people over 12 years, is 2 tablets, every 4 or 6 hours, not to exceed 8 tablets per day. Also, it should not be used for more than 3 days in case of fever and for more than 7 days in case of pain.
Its effect can be noticed after 15 to 30 minutes of its taking.
Possible side effects
The most common side effects that can occur during treatment with Tylenol Sinus are nervousness, dry mouth, nausea, dizziness and insomnia. If a rare hypersensitivity reaction occurs, stop taking the medicine and tell the doctor.
Who should not use
Tylenol sinus is contraindicated in patients less than 12 years of age, hypersensitive to paracetamol, pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, or any other component of the formula. It should also not be used in patients with heart problems, hypertension, thyroid disorders, diabetics and with prostate hyperplasia.
In addition, this medication should not be used by people taking monoamine oxidase inhibitor drugs, such as some antidepressant medications, or for psychiatric and emotional disorders, or for Parkinson's disease, or for two weeks after the end of cause increase in blood pressure or hypertension crisis.
It should also not be given to patients who are using baking soda as it can lead to agitation, increased blood pressure and tachycardia
In addition, this medication should not be used by pregnant or nursing women unless recommended by a doctor.
