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This formulation has been designed for the treatment of dry cough.
Consuming alcohol with this drug increases the risk of side effects.
It is safe and it doesn’t cause any major harm to the kidneys.
Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Taking It during pregnancy might be unsafe.
It is generally considered safe while you’re breastfeeding, consult your doctor for more specific information.
It may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy.
This formulation has been prepared from the combination of four medicines: Dextromethorphan hydrobromide and Chlorpheniramine maleate which relieve dry cough. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that provides relief from cough by reducing the activity of the cough center of the brain. Chlorpheniramine maleate inhibits histamine, which relieves allergy symptoms such as sneezing and itching. Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that stops the body from making histamine during an allergic reaction. Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that makes breathing easier by treating swelling and congestion by contracting the blood vessels present in the nasal passages.
A dry cough occurs without producing any mucus or phlegm. It is primarily caused by irritation or inflammation in the throat and airways, such as from allergies, smoke, or a viral infection like the common cold.
Alex Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and throat irritation. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
There is limited information regarding its use during pregnancy. Hence Alex P syrup should only be used if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self medicate this syrup during cough and cold.
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Alex Syrup. This medicine contains Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
For oral dosage form (syrup): Adults and children 12 years of age and older—5 milliliters (mL) (1 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours. Do not take more than 30 mL in 24 hours. Children 6 to 11 years of age—2.5 to 5 mL (0.5 to 1 teaspoonful) every 4 to 6 hours.
Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is the hydrobromide and monohydrate of the antitussive drug dextromethorphan. It is a hydrate and a hydrobromide. It contains a dextromethorphan.
Yes, Alex Syrup may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.
Specially formulated for diabetics with the same effective cough, congestion and mucus relief you expect from Robitussin. Whats more – its sugar free, sorbitol free and low in sodium. *Compared to Sugar-Free Robitussin Cough + Chest Congestion DM 10mL. Available sizes: 4 oz.
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Benadryl Syrup is used in the treatment of cough. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It also thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out.
Some doctors suggest trying to wait until after your 12th week to minimize any potential risks to your baby. Safe options include: plain cough syrup, such as Vicks. dextromethorphan (Robitussin; category C) and dextromethorphan-guaifenesin (Robitussin DM; category C) cough syrups.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
These medicines are usually taken on an empty stomach. To reduce your risk of experiencing irritation of the esophagus, its important to take these medicines with plenty of water, and to avoid lying down for at least half an hour after taking them. The amount of water needed can also depend on the dosage form.
Alex Syrup Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and throat irritation. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
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