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This formula is generally prescribed to children to treat cough, runny nose, sneezing, body ache, sore throat, watery eyes, and fever These symptoms are usually related to hay fever, common cold, and other respiratory conditions
Use with caution; tests for liver function may need to be monitored often.
Refrain from consuming alcohol while using this medication.
If impacted, avoid driving since it may cause sleepiness or dizziness.
In patients with impaired renal function, use with caution.
This formulation has been prepared from the combination of Chlorpheniramine maleate and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine 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.
Common cold and flu is a communicable disease which occurs due to different type of viruses. common symptoms are sore thorat, sneezing and cough.
Wikoryl Tablet helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as headache, sore throat, runny nose, muscular pain, and fever. It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Dont drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Wikoryl AF Drops helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose or throat. Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, the most common side effect of Wikoryl AF Syrup is drowsiness. Avoid driving, operating heavy machinery or engaging in other activities that need your full attention, unless your healthcare provider has permitted you to do so. Do not drink alcohol or other cough and cold medicines. Also, avoid taking medicines that help you sleep while taking Wikoryl AF Syrup as it may lead to excessive drowsiness.
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Wikoryl AF Syrup can lead to increased side effects due to overdose. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of your medicine before consulting your doctor.
Chericof Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends.
The use of Wikoryl AF Syrup is considered to be harmful to patients with known allergy to any of the components of this medication. Tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma and enlarged prostate (difficulty in urination) before taking Wikoryl AF Syrup.
A: Wikoryl Af Syrup is used for relieving common cold and allergic rhinitis with the symptoms of throat pain, sneezing, runny or stuffed nose.
Wikoryl AF Syrup is a combination of two medicines that help to relieve the symptoms of cold. It consists of Chlorpheniramine, an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. It also consists of Phenylephrine, a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
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.
Yes, the use of Wikoryl AF Syrup can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to a doctor.
Wikoryl AF Syrup is safe for most of the patients when taken according to the dose and duration recommended by the doctor. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, sleepiness and other uncommon or rare side effects. If you experience any problem while taking this medicine, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
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