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Suggest Dosage For Piriton
Question: Is it safe to take one piriton tablet a week? I have problems sleeping so occasionally take a piriton as it helps me have a restful night. I never take more that one tablet a week but am concerned about long term use.
Brief Answer:
Not recommended to use Piriton for sedating purpose
Detailed Answer:
Hi my dear,
I understand your concern.
Piriton tablet contains the active ingredient called Chlorphenamine. This is an anti-histamine drug which is used to treat itching conditions of the skin.
It contains also sedating properties, explaining why you fall asleep after taking it once a week.
If I was your caring doctor would recommend to:
- stop using Piriton even once a week, without having any itching problem with your skin
- if you want to sleep, can take supplements containing melatonin, valeriana, aloe vera, passiflora and/or chamomile tea.
Hope this helps.
Dr.Albana
Not recommended to use Piriton for sedating purpose
Detailed Answer:
Hi my dear,
I understand your concern.
Piriton tablet contains the active ingredient called Chlorphenamine. This is an anti-histamine drug which is used to treat itching conditions of the skin.
It contains also sedating properties, explaining why you fall asleep after taking it once a week.
If I was your caring doctor would recommend to:
- stop using Piriton even once a week, without having any itching problem with your skin
- if you want to sleep, can take supplements containing melatonin, valeriana, aloe vera, passiflora and/or chamomile tea.
Hope this helps.
Dr.Albana
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