Junirest Syrup

Junirest Syrup contains an anti-tussive (relieve cough) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. 

Junirest Syrup contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough.

The most common side effects of Junirest Syrup are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Junirest Syrup. Junirest Syrup should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Junirest Syrup may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription drugs or herbal products before starting Junirest Syrup.

Junirest Syrup is primarily used to treat dry cough. Junirest Syrup contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Junirest Syrup is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough. 

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Diarrhoea
• Sleepiness
• Confusion 
• Nausea 

Do not take Junirest Syrup if you are allergic to any of the contents. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Junirest Syrup. If your condition does not improve or you have a recurring cough with fever, rash, please visit the doctor immediately, as this could be serious. Junirest Syrup should be taken at least 15 days after the last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO), as taking both together may be fatal.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Junirest Syrup may interact with MAO inhibitor (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine), anti-arrhythmic medications (amiodarone, propafenone, quinidine and flecainide), opioid analgesics (codeine, tramadol, morphine, methadone), anti-anxiety medications (fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline) and anti-fungal (terbinafine).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have lung disease, depression, or anxiety, inform your doctor before taking Junirest Syrup.

• ISOCARBOXAZID
• PHENELZINE
• RASAGILINE
• SELEGILINE
• TRANYLCYPROMINE
• AMIODARONE
• PROPAFENONE
• QUINIDINE
• FLECAINIDE
• CODEINE
• TRAMADOL
• MORPHINE
• METHADONE
• FLUOXETINE
• PAROXETINE
• SERTRALINE
• TERBINAFINE

• Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
• Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria, like yoghurt, to improve overall health.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
• Do not smoke, as it might worsen your symptoms.
• Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

• Do not use dextromethorphan if you have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days. (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine or methylene blue injection).

Dry cough: It is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).