This is the active ingredient in Wick MediNait
The medicine contains an effective combination of four active ingredients. Firstly, it contains paracetamol, a non-steroidal painkiller (analgesic) and relieves mild fever and inflammation. Dextromethorphan belongs to the group of cough suppressants (antitussives). It reduces the urge to cough and allows you to sleep peacefully. Wick MediNait also contains ephedrine. This substance is a sympathomimetic, activates the so-called alpha and beta receptors and releases noradrenaline. This effect causes the nasal mucous membranes to decongest and makes it easier to breathe. Finally, the medication contains doxylamine, which has an anaesthetic effect and reduces runny nose and sneezing.
When is Wick MediNait used?
Thanks to the combination of active ingredients, Wick MediNait is used to combat cold symptoms. These include
- Irritating cough
- runny nose
- aching limbs
- headache
- sore throat
- slight fever
The cold syrup should only be used if several of the cold symptoms listed occur at the same time.
What are the side effects of Wick MediNait?
If very serious side effects of Wick MediNait occur, such as an increase in intraocular pressure, seizures, an increase or decrease in blood pressure, accelerated or irregular heartbeat, reduced respiratory function or hypersensitivity reactions (swelling, redness, shortness of breath), a doctor must be consulted immediately.
What you should bear in mind when using Wick MediNait
Unless otherwise prescribed, the daily Wick MediNait dosage for adults and adolescents aged 16 and over is 30 milliliters. If the symptoms are not relieved after three to five days at the latest or if they worsen, always consult a doctor.
Furthermore, interactions with other medications are possible, which may increase or decrease the effect of the Wick MediNait ingredients. The medicine must not be used for
- known allergy to the Wick MediNait ingredients
- respiratory diseases (e.g. asthma or respiratory depression)
- glaucoma
- Liver and kidney damage
- high blood pressure
- Heart and thyroid diseases
- epilepsy
- alcoholics
- treatment with antidepressants (even if this was two weeks ago)
- enlarged prostate gland
- Diabetes
- Gilbert’s syndrome
- reflux
Wick MediNait must not be used if you have a phlegmy cough. In this case, an expectorant should be administered to promote expectoration.
Its use can reduce the ability to react. For this reason, the medication should only be taken before going to bed and driving should be avoided.
Wick MediNait: Contraindications
The effect of Wick MediNait is likely to be enhanced by the simultaneous use of:
- Psychotropic drugs, painkillers, sleeping pills and medication for seizures
- Substances that inhibit the neurotransmitter acetylcholine (e.g. biperidine for Parkinson’s disease)
- theophylline
A reduced effect is to be expected with simultaneous intake of
- neuroleptics
- Cholestyramine (to lower the cholesterol level)
Wick MediNait: Children, pregnancy and breastfeeding
Children under the age of 16 should not take the medicine. It is also not recommended for the treatment of pregnant or breastfeeding mothers, as the active ingredients could have a negative effect on the child.
Misuse and overdose
Among many other ingredients, Wick MediNait contains ephedrine. If the medication is abused, the patient may become dependent on the drug and reactions such as restlessness, agitation, tension, insomnia, hallucinations, confusion, tremors and dry mouth may occur. Therefore, the treatment of patients with addiction potential should only be carried out for a short time and should be closely monitored.
Due to the analgesic it contains, severe liver damage is to be expected in the event of an overdose, which can also lead to death.
How to obtain Wick MediNait
Wick MediNait is available over the counter in pharmacies.
Complete information about this medicine
Here you will find the complete information on the medication as a download (PDF)