Product Description
PACKING:
200x60ml, 160x100ml
COMPOSITION:
Each 5 ml contains
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Dextromethorphan HBr
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I.P.
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10 mg
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Phenylephrine HCl
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I.P.
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5 mg
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Chlorpheniramine Maleate
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I.P.
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2 mg
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In a flavoured syrupy base
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Colours: Tartrazine supra and brilliant blue
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MECHANISM OF ACTION
Dextromethorphan suppresses cough by central action on the cough centre in the medulla. Phenylephrine stimulates postsynaptic alpha-receptors, resulting in vasoconstriction, which reduces nasal congestion. Chlorpheniramine competitively antagonizes histamine at H1 receptor sites.
INDICATIONS
Coughs and upper respiratory tract symptoms, including nasal congestion, are associated with allergy or the common cold.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Hypersensitivity to any ingredients of the product; severe hypertension; ventricular tachycardia; severe coronary artery disease; chronic bronchitis; as a treatment for lower respiratory tract conditions including asthma; during an asthma attack; newborns or premature infants; breast-feeding women.
ADVERSE EFFECTS
Blurred vision; dry mouth; nausea, stomach pain, constipation; skin rash or itching.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Consult if you are taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric, or emotional conditions, or Parkinson’s disease), or for 2 weeks after stopping the MAOI drug.
WARNING
Do not exceed recommended dosage.
DOSAGE
As directed by the physician.
STORAGE
Store below 25o. Protect from light.
PRESENTATION
60ml, 100ml bottle
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