{"product_id":"gelocatil-influenza-forte-granules-for-oral-solution-10-sachets","title":"Gelocatil Influenza Forte Granules for Oral Solution, 10 Sachets","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Gelocatil Gripe Forte and what is it for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a medicine in the form of granulated sachets formulated with paracetamol, phenylephrine and chlorphenamine, three active ingredients used to relieve flu symptoms. This combination of active ingredients has a triple action:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eParacetamol \u003c\/strong\u003eis an analgesic that reduces pain and fever.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChlorphenamine \u003c\/strong\u003eis an antihistamine that relieves runny nose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhenylephrine \u003c\/strong\u003eis a sympathomimetic that reduces nasal congestion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho it is intended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is indicated for the relief of symptoms of colds and flus with fever, mild to moderate pain, congestion and runny nose in adults and adolescents over 15 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to take Gelocatil Influenza Forte?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGelocatil Influenza Forte with phenylephrine\u003c\/strong\u003e is taken orally. The instructions for use are as follows: dissolve the contents of the sachet completely in a small amount of liquid, preferably half a glass of water, and then drink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended dose is 1 sachet (650 mg of paracetamol) every 6-8 hours as needed. Do not exceed the maximum dose of 3 grams of paracetamol per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e Patients with hepatic insufficiency\u003c\/u\u003e: they can only take 1 sachet every 8-12 hours as needed, although they should inform their doctor before using this medicine. They should not take more than 3 sachets in 24 hours, divided into 3 doses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003e Patients with renal insufficiency\u003c\/u\u003e: the use of this medicine is contraindicated because it contains paracetamol.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cu\u003ePatients with chronic alcoholism\u003c\/u\u003e: they should be careful not to take more than 3 sachets a day of Gelocatil gripe forte with phenylephrine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContraindications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not take Gelocatil flu forte with phen\u003c\/strong\u003eylephrine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- In children under 15 years of age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e-\u003cstrong\u003e If you \u003c\/strong\u003e are allergic to the active substances or to any of the other ingredients of this medicine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you suffer from high blood pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you suffer from hyperthyroidism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you suffer from diabetes mellitus.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you suffer from tachycardia (rapid heartbeat).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you are being treated with a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) medicine (such as some antidepressant medicines, or medicines to treat Parkinson's disease).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you are being treated with sympathomimetic medicines (medicines used to treat asthma, or medicines to speed up your heart rate).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you are being treated with beta-blocker medicines (medicines for the heart or to treat artery disease) (see: Taking Gelocatil gripe forte with phenylephrine with other medicines).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you have glaucoma (raised eye pressure).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- If you have severe heart or artery disease (such as coronary heart disease or angina pectoris).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your doctor before taking this medicine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatients with kidney, liver, heart or lung disease and patients with anaemia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAsthmatic patients sensitive to acetylsalicylic acid.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatients sensitive (allergic) to an antihistamine, because they may be sensitive to other antihistamines (such as chlorphenamine).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePatients who are being treated with medicines to treat: prostatic hypertrophy, bronchial asthma, very slow heartbeat, hypotension, cerebral arteriosclerosis, inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis), digestive ulcer (stenosing peptic ulcer).peptic ulcer), pyloroduodenal obstruction (between the stomach and the intestine), thyroid disease, patients sensitive to the sedative effects of some medicines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are being treated with tricyclic antidepressants or medicines with a similar effect and you develop gastrointestinal problems, you should stop taking this medicine and consult a doctor immediately, because paralytic ileus (stopping the normal movement of part of the intestine) may occur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike all medicines, \u003cstrong\u003eGelocatil Gripe Forte may cause side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e, although not everybody will experience them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon\u003c\/strong\u003e side effects: Slight drowsiness, dizziness, muscle weakness: these side effects may disappear after 2-3 days of treatment. Difficulty in facial movements, clumsiness, tremor, alterations in sensations and tingling, dry mouth, loss of appetite, alterations in taste or smell, gastrointestinal discomfort (which may decrease if the medicine is administered with food), nausea, vomiting, vomiting, vomiting, nausea and vomiting.vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, stomach pain, urinary retention, dryness of the nose and throat, thickening of mucus, sweating, blurred vision or other visual disturbances.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e Rare\u003c\/strong\u003e: Malaise, low blood pressure (hypotension), and increased levels of transaminases in the blood. Myocardial infarction, ventricular arrhythmia (irregular heartbeat), pulmonary oedema (increased volume of fluid in the lungs) and cerebral haemorrhage (at high doses or in sensitive patients).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVery rare\u003c\/strong\u003e: kidney disease, cloudy urine, allergic dermatitis (skin rash), jaundice (yellowing of the skin), blood disorders (neutropenia, haemolytic anaemia) and hypoglycaemia (low blood sugar). Serious skin reactions have been reported very rarely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach \u003cstrong\u003egranulated sachet of Geloctatil Gripe Forte\u003c\/strong\u003e contains 650 mg paracetamol, 15.58 mg phenylephrine bitartrate (equivalent to 8.21 mg phenylephrine) and 4 mg chlorphenamine maleate (equivalent to 2.8 mg chlorphenamine). The other excipients are: Mannitol (E-421), saccharin sodium (E-954), anhydrous colloidal silica, orange flavouring (containing maltodextrin, which is a maize starch derivative) and povidone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePharmaceutical advice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGelocatil Gripe Forte with phenylephrine\u003c\/strong\u003e is available as a granulated sachet for oral solution with an orange flavour. Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the pack.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe use of this medicine is subject to the onset of symptoms. As symptoms disappear, this medicine should be discontinued. If fever persists for more than 3 days, pain or other symptoms persist for more than 5 days, or worsen or new symptoms appear, you should consult your doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If you have any questions, ask our team of expert pharmacists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the price of Gelocatil Influenza Forte?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe price of non-prescription medicines is set by law. However, at Farmaciasdirect you can \u003cstrong\u003ebuy Gelocatil Influenza Forte\u003c\/strong\u003e with a 10% discount, which is the legal maximum allowed.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GELOCATIL","offers":[{"title":"Default title","offer_id":43499623547057,"sku":"725208","price":12.59,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8829\/4065\/files\/gelocatil-gripe-forte-10-sobres-granulados_a2e674f0-106f-43b6-abd1-7bbab2b7c98c.webp?v=1784346849","url":"https:\/\/farmaciasdirect-eu.myshopify.com\/products\/gelocatil-influenza-forte-granules-for-oral-solution-10-sachets","provider":"Farmaciasdirect.eu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}