Tylenol Sinus is a remedy for flu, cold and sinusitis, which reduces symptoms such as nasal congestion, runny nose, malaise, headaches and body and fever. Its formula contains paracetamol, an analgesic and antipyretic, and pseudoephedrine hydrochloride, which is a nasal decongestant.
This medicine is produced by the Janssen laboratory and can be used on adults and children over 12 years. 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, runny nose, malaise, body aches, headache and fever.
How to take
The recommended dose of Tylenol Sinus, for people over 12, is 2 tablets, every 4 or 6 hours, not to exceed 8 tablets per day. In addition, it should also 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 taking it.
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 inform the doctor.
Who should not use
Tylenol sinus is contraindicated in patients under 12 years of age, who are 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 prostate hyperplasia.
In addition, this remedy should not be used by people taking monoamine oxidase inhibiting drugs, such as some antidepressant drugs, or for psychiatric and emotional disorders, or for Parkinson's disease, or for two weeks after the end of the use of these drugs, as it may cause an increase in blood pressure or a hypertension crisis.
It should also not be given to patients using sodium bicarbonate, as it can lead to agitation, increased blood pressure and tachycardia
In addition, this medicine should also not be used by women who are pregnant or breastfeeding, unless recommended by the doctor.
