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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy

Drifen-AF Syrup is a combination medicine primarily used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis and common cold. This medicine works by inhibiting the action of histamine, a chemical messenger responsible for causing allergies. It helps relieve congestion, sneezing, nasal and sinus congestion, and nasal swelling, common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping.

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About Drifen-AF Syrup

Drifen-AF Syrup is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. Whereas, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Drifen-AF Syrup contains two medicines namely: Chlorpheniramine maleate (anti-histamine/anti-allergic) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks the release of histamine in the body, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. On the other hand, Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, Drifen-AF Syrup effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Drifen-AF Syrup can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The duration of Drifen-AF Syrup will depend upon your condition. The most common side effects of Drifen-AF Syrup are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects of Drifen-AF Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to any of the components of Drifen-AF Syrup. Please tell your doctor before starting Drifen-AF Syrup if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Drifen-AF Syrup may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Drifen-AF Syrup with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Uses of Drifen-AF Syrup

Drifen-AF Syrup is used in the treatment of Common cold and Allergies. The detailed uses of Drifen-AF Syrup are as follows:<br/>• Cough Relief: Drifen-AF Syrup is commonly used to ease coughing, offering temporary relief for both dry and productive coughs, and helping individuals breathe more comfortably.<br/>• Cold Symptom Management: Drifen-AF Syrup is effective in addressing common cold symptoms like throat irritation and nasal congestion, providing relief and comfort during illness.<br/>• Allergy Symptom Relief: Drifen-AF Syrup may also alleviate symptoms of allergies, including sneezing and a runny nose, making it particularly useful for managing seasonal allergies.<br/>

Directions for Use

  • Drifen-AF Syrup can be taken with or without food. However, if it causes stomach upset, it is advisable to take it with food to minimise discomfort.
  • Follow your doctor’s instructions on dosage and timing, and take the medication at the same time each day to achieve the best results.
  • Swallow it as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break it.

Medicinal Benefits

Drifen-AF Syrup is a combination drug containing Chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine/antiallergic) and phenylephrine (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine that blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce allergic and cold symptoms.

How Drifen-AF Syrup Works

Drifen-AF Syrup contains two medicines namely: Chlorpheniramine maleate (anti-histamine/anti-allergic) and Phenylephrine (decongestant). Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks the release of histamine in the body, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. On the other hand, Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, Drifen-AF Syrup effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight.• Keep Drifen-AF Syrup out of the sight and reach of children.• Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Drifen-AF Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Drifen-AF Syrup as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include fainting, seizures (fits), hallucinations or irregular heartbeat. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Drifen-AF Syrup if you are allergic to histamines, or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Drifen-AF Syrup. Inform your doctor if you have cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have taken before starting Drifen-AF Syrup. Drifen-AF Syrup may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive or operate machinery unless you are alert. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. If you are due to undergo any surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Drifen-AF Syrup as it should not be taken during surgery. Do not take Drifen-AF Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Co-administration of Drifen-AF Syrup with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Drifen-AF Syrup and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Taking Furazolidone with Drifen-AF Syrup can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Drifen-AF Syrup is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Drifen-AF Syrup only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Drifen-AF Syrup can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Drifen-AF Syrup is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Drifen-AF Syrup leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Drifen-AF Syrup together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Drifen-AF Syrup is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineErgotamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Co-administration of Ergotamine and Drifen-AF Syrup, can raise the risk of side effects including high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Drifen-AF Syrup and Ergotamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of your fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, tightness in your chest, a severe headache, breathing difficulty, irregular heartbeat, vision disturbances, confusion, unclear speech, you should consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethysergide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Taking Drifen-AF Syrup and Methysergide together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure, stomach problems, and gangrene (death of tissues, usually in the arm or leg, that may require surgical treatment).

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Drifen-AF Syrup and Methysergide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like severe stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling, muscle pain or weakness, blue or purple discoloration of fingers or toes, pale or cold skin, chest pain or tightness, severe headache, irregular heartbeat, breathing difficulties, blurred vision, confusion, and/or slurred speech, consult the doctor immediately.
PhenylephrineIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Drifen-AF Syrup:
Co-administration of Drifen-AF Syrup with Isocarboxazid can result in extremely high blood pressure which may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isocarboxazid and Drifen-AF Syrup together can result in an interaction. However, if you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.

  • The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.

  • To stay fit and safe, try to sleep at least 8 hours each night.

  • It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc and certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.

  • Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIALLERGIC
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Drifen-AF Syrup may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so, alcohol intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Drifen-AF Syrup should be used only if the doctor prescribes it.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult the doctor before taking the Drifen-AF Syrup if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Driving

Caution

Drifen-AF Syrup is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. So, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Drifen-AF Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Drifen-AF Syrup to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

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Children

Caution

Drifen-AF Syrup is not recommended for children below the age of 4 years. For children aged above four years, use Drifen-AF Syrup only when prescribed by a child specialist.

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FAQs

Drifen-AF Syrup is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis.

Drifen-AF Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine maleate blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause allergic symptoms. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce the symptoms of cold and allergies.

It is not recommended to take Drifen-AF Syrup and any anti-depressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or drug interaction. Also, Drifen-AF Syrup should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Drifen-AF Syrup and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Drifen-AF Syrup is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Hence, you are recommended to take it in the nighttime if you are experiencing excessive drowsiness in the day and avoid driving or doing anything that requires mental alertness.

Drifen-AF Syrup typically starts working within a few minutes after administration. However, the exact time may vary depending on the individual's condition and response to the medication. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to have effective results.

Drifen-AF Syrup is not an antibiotic. It is a combination medication that typically contains ingredients like chlorpheniramine, an antiallergic, and phenylephrine, a decongestant.

Drifen-AF Syrup is an antiallergic medication typically containing ingredients like chlorpheniramine and phenylephrine. It is used to relieve cold and flu symptoms, such as fever, headache, and body pain.

Drifen-AF Syrup is generally considered safe when used as prescribed by a doctor. However, like all medications, it can have side effects and potential interactions with other drugs. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions and inform them of any pre-existing and existing medical conditions or medication history to avoid adverse complications.

Drifen-AF Syrup can sometimes cause nausea and vomiting as side effects, though not everyone experiences them as individual responses towards medication may vary. These effects are typically mild and temporary, resolving as the body adjusts to the medication. However, if these symptoms persist or worsen, it’s essential to consult a doctor promptly to ensure the safety and well-being of the individual.

No, you should not take a higher dose of Drifen-AF Syrup than the recommended amount, as it can increase the risk of side effects and adverse health complications. Always follow the dosage your doctor prescribes or as indicated on the package. If you have any concerns about dosing, please discuss them with your doctor.

Yes, there are some contraindications related to the use of Drifen-AF Syrup, such as avoiding using Drifen-AF Syrup if you have an allergy to its ingredients, high blood pressure, severe heart disorders, overactive thyroid, kidney or liver problems, glaucoma, and urinary retention. Always consult your doctor before use.

Store Drifen-AF Syrup in its original container, keeping it cool, dry, and out of sunlight. Keep it out of the reach of children.

The common side effects of Drifen-AF Syrup that may occur in some individuals are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects of Drifen-AF Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

If you forget a dose of Drifen-AF Syrup, take it immediately when you remember. However, if your next dose is near, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Never double dose to make up for a missed dose, as this may increase side effects.

If your symptoms persist or fail to improve, consult your doctor. As the treatment process can be gradual, it may take some time to heal your condition fully. However, if you don't see improvement, your doctor may need to reassess your condition, adjust the dosage, or consider alternative treatments. Don't hesitate to consult your doctor with concerns or questions about your progress.

Don't stop taking your medication just because you're feeling better! This is a crucial moment in your recovery. Stopping too soon can lead to incomplete recovery and the return of symptoms. Instead, report your progress to your doctor and follow their advice. They will guide you on how to taper off the medication, if necessary, safely.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

B 16/34, Sector 12, Kharghar, Navi Mumbai- 410210
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