Uses of Aller Fort

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1. What are the effects of using Aller Fort?

Aller Fort contains two main ingredients: Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine. In particular, chlorpheniramine or chlorphenamine is known as an antihistamine, which works by blocking the action of histamine that causes allergy symptoms in the body.
With Phenylpropanolamine (phenylpropanolamine or PPA), which is the active ingredient for its ability to decongest the nose. It works by narrowing blood vessels (veins and arteries), specifically constricting blood vessels in the sinuses, nose, and chest allowing fluid to drain in these areas to relieve congestion.

2. Indications and contraindications

2.1. Indications Aller Fort is indicated in the symptomatic treatment of upper respiratory tract diseases such as:
Seasonal and year-round allergic rhinitis. Histamine-induced vasomotor rhinitis. Allergic conjunctivitis. Runny nose, nasal congestion, itchy nose. 2.2. Contraindications Aller Fort is contraindicated in the following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine components of the drug. Aller Fort is contraindicated for pregnant and lactating women. People who are using or have used MAOIs within the previous 2 weeks. Patients with severe hypertension or severe coronary artery disease. People who are having an acute asthma attack or have signs of prostate enlargement, narrow-angle glaucoma.

3. Dosage and usage

Adults and children > 12 years old: Use the drug with a dose of 1 tablet / time, 3 times a day.
Pay attention to use filtered water when taking medicine.

4. Side effects

Aller Fort has a risk of causing some side effects such as:
Drowsiness, dry mouth, dry nose or a slightly dry feeling in the throat. Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite. Constipation, headache, signs of increased chest congestion. Reduced vision, difficulty urinating.

5. Drug interactions

Aller Fort has the potential to interact with some of the following drugs:
Co-administration of monoamine oxidase inhibitors prolongs and increases the anticholinergic effect of Aller Fort. Concomitant use of Ethanol or other sedative-hypnotics may increase the CNS depressant effects of Aller Fort. Chlorpheniramine in Aller Fort inhibits phenytoin metabolism and can lead to phenytoin toxicity. Taking the drug with alcoholic beverages will reduce the effect of the drug.

6. Be careful when using drugs

Before taking Aller Fort, you need to tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to any of its ingredients such as Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine or have a history of asthma, emphysema, or bronchitis. chronic management or other lung diseases. The drug can cause drowsiness, so do not use it while driving, operating machinery, or doing anything that requires alertness. Long-term use of the drug increases the risk of tooth decay due to the anti-acetylcholine effect that causes dry mouth. Aller Fort should be used with caution in patients over 60 years of age because this group of subjects is often more sensitive to the anticholinergic effect. Pregnant women should take the drug only when absolutely necessary under the supervision of a medical professional. In particular, do not take the drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy because it can lead to serious reactions such as seizures in babies. Aller Fort ingredients are excreted in breast milk and inhibit lactation, so caution should also be exercised when used in this subject. Above is some information about Aller Fort that you should refer to before using. During the course of taking the drug, if you have any unusual symptoms, you need to stop using it and contact your doctor immediately for support.

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