Written byDr. Adeline Carol PetersBachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBBS) — Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE)
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Overview
Rhinathiol Promethazine Syrup is a syrup with Carbocisteine declared as its active content. It is supplied in a pack size of 125ml.
This is a non-prescription product and can be purchased without a prescription. Only product, safety and handling details are published on this page.
An online consultation with a DoctorOnCall doctor or pharmacist is available for this product, and a registered pharmacist reviews each order before dispatch to Malaysia or Singapore. Follow the directions on the label and on the leaflet inside the pack.
Directions for Use
Shake the bottle well before each use, measure the dose using the measuring cup provided, and take with food or a meal to reduce the chance of stomach upset; because promethazine can cause drowsiness, avoid driving or operating machinery after taking a dose.
Dosage
Dosing is individualised based on age and the doctor’s prescription; adults are typically prescribed a measured dose taken two to three times daily, while dosing in children requires careful medical assessment and is not recommended in very young children due to the risk of serious breathing problems associated with promethazine.
Storage Instructions
Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light, with the cap tightly closed between uses, and keep well out of the reach of children.
Side Effects
Drowsiness or dizziness
Dry mouth
Blurred vision
Constipation
Skin sensitivity to sunlight
Confusion (especially in older adults)
Restlessness in children
Contraindications
Children under 2 years of age (risk of severe or fatal respiratory depression associated with promethazine)
Known hypersensitivity to phenothiazine-type medicines
Severe liver disease
Narrow-angle glaucoma
Epilepsy or seizure disorders (use with caution)
Concurrent use of other sedating medicines without medical advice
Drug / Food Interactions
Alcohol and other central nervous system depressants (sleeping tablets, some antidepressants, opioid painkillers) can significantly increase drowsiness and sedation
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) may interact and should be discussed with a doctor
Other anticholinergic medicines may add to side effects such as dry mouth and blurred vision
Quick Tips
Take with food to reduce stomach upset
Avoid alcohol and other sedating medicines while using this syrup
Do not drive or operate machinery if you feel drowsy after a dose
Consider taking the evening dose closer to bedtime if drowsiness is helpful for a night-time cough
See a doctor if the cough persists beyond a week, worsens, or is accompanied by fever or breathing difficulty
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Limited Data
Limited data on excretion in breast milk. Consult a doctor before use.
Kidney
Limited Data
Limited data in kidney disease patients. Use only if necessary.
Liver
Use With Care
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Not Advisable
It is not advisable to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Driving
Use With Care
Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Relevant Information
Because Rhinathiol Promethazine Syrup combines a sedating antihistamine with a mucolytic, doctor assessment before use helps ensure the correct dose for the patient’s age and confirms that the cough is not a symptom of a more serious underlying condition; medical follow-up is particularly important for children, the elderly, and anyone using other sedating medicines.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Rhinathiol Promethazine Syrup is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Rhinathiol Promethazine Syrup is a syrup containing Carbocisteine. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in a pack size of 125ml. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Follow the instructions printed on the label and in the leaflet supplied with the pack, and do not exceed the stated amount or duration. Handling steps are set out in the Directions for Use section on this page.
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
Store below 30°C in a dry place, protected from light, with the cap tightly closed between uses, and keep well out of the reach of children. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
Rhinathiol Promethazine Syrup is generally stable for around 2 years when unopened; once opened, use within the timeframe stated on the label and always check the expiry date before use.
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Important Medical Information
💊 Recommended Dosage:
Dosing is individualised based on age and the doctor’s prescription; adults are typically prescribed a measured dose taken two to three times daily, while dosing in children requires careful medical assessment and is not recommended in very young children due to the risk of serious breathing problems associated with promethazine.
🛑 Contraindications (Do not use if):
Children under 2 years of age (risk of severe or fatal respiratory depression associated with promethazine)
Known hypersensitivity to phenothiazine-type medicines
Severe liver disease
Narrow-angle glaucoma
Epilepsy or seizure disorders (use with caution)
Concurrent use of other sedating medicines without medical advice
If you are unsure, please chat with us or consult your doctor.
⚠️ Common Side Effects:
Drowsiness or dizziness
Dry mouth
Blurred vision
Constipation
Skin sensitivity to sunlight
Confusion (especially in older adults)
Restlessness in children
Stop taking this medication immediately and consult your doctor if you experience severe allergic reactions or side effects.
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