About oxomemazine + guaifenesen + acetaminophen + sodium benzoate
Antihistamine, expectorant, analgesic, cough suppressant
Used for
- Relief of cough and cold symptoms
- May ease allergy-related runny nose and sneezing
Usual adult dose
Product-specific dosing depends on the exact formulation; follow the package label.
Usual dose in children
Product-specific dosing depends on age and formulation; follow the package label. Not suitable for young children without medical advice.
Common side effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Nausea or stomach upset
Important warnings
- Avoid alcohol and activities requiring alertness if drowsy.
- Do not combine with other paracetamol-containing products.
- Oxomemazine can cause marked sedation; use caution with sedatives.
- Seek medical assessment for breathing difficulty or persistent fever.
Pregnancy
Combination products may not be suitable; safety depends on the ingredients and pregnancy stage.
Breastfeeding
Seek professional advice before use; oxomemazine may cause infant drowsiness.
Interactions
- Alcohol, sleeping medicines, opioids, and sedatives may increase drowsiness.
- Other paracetamol products increase overdose and liver-damage risk.
- Some medicines affecting the liver may alter paracetamol safety.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.