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compositionComposition:CHLORPHENIRAMINE-4MG+PHENYLEPHRINE-10MG
prescriptionPrescription Medicine
Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes. It also helps reduce nasal congestion and sinus pressure by shrinking swollen nasal blood vessels.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

CHLORPHENIRAMINE-4MG+PHENYLEPHRINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

SHIVANI MEDIPRO PVT LTD

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's 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, typically not harmful to your body. 

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. It helps narrow the small blood vessels, relieving nasal congestion or stuffiness, a runny nose, and watery eyes.

Take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's as advised by the doctor. The most common side effects of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects 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 in Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's. Please tell your doctor before starting Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or are breastfeeding. Do not take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's with any MAO inhibitors (antidepressants), as it may lead to serious drug interactions.

Uses of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's used in the treatment of the common cold and allergies. The detailed uses of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's are as follows:

  • Relief from common cold Symptoms: Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's provides relief from common cold symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, and congestion.
  • Reduction of Nasal Congestion: Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's helps alleviate nasal congestion by easing breathing difficulties associated with colds or allergies.
  • Relieving Allergic Reactions: Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is involved in alleviating allergy symptoms, such as itchy eyes and a runny nose, by blocking histamine release.

Key Benefits

  • Reduces the symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.
  • Reduces nasal congestion by causing the nose's enlarged blood vessels to contract.
  • Relieves congestion and sinus pressure
  • Relieves allergic rhinitis and the common cold.
  • Enhances general comfort and nasal breathing
Side effects of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery or activities that require high focus until you know how the medication affects you.
  • Maintain a fixed sleeping schedule, create a relaxing bedtime routine and ensure your sleeping space is comfortable to maximize your sleep quality.
  • Limit alcohol and caffeine as these may worsen drowsiness and disturb sleep patterns.
  • Drink plenty of water as it helps with alertness and keeps you hydrated and for overall well-being.
  • Moderate physical activity can improve energy levels, but avoid intense workouts right before bedtime.
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.

Directions for Use

  • Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's Works

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. • Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like a runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. • Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness. • Together, Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's effectively reduces allergic symptoms.
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Alcohol

Caution

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's may cause excessive dizziness when taken with alcohol, so the combined intake should be avoided.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's contains a combination of two different drugs. Chlorpheniramine is a class B pregnancy drug, and phenylephrine is a class C. So, it should be used only as prescribed by the doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's should only be given to breastfeeding women if the benefits outweigh the harm it will cause to the baby.

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Driving

Caution

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is known to cause drowsiness and sleepiness. Hence, drive only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's 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

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's 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

Consult your doctor

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is not recommended for children below the age of 4 years. For children aged above 4 years, use Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's only when prescribed by a child specialist.

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Heart

Unsafe

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in heart patients as it can lead to cardiovascular effects.

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Geriatrics

Unsafe

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is not recommended for use in elderly patients as it can lead to side effects.

What if I have taken an overdose of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include fainting, hallucinations, irregular heartbeat or seizures (fits). If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Healthy eating habits:

  • To prevent dryness and discomfort in your stomach, eat light, balanced meals that include fruits, vegetables, and whole grains.
  • To stay hydrated and lessen dryness in your throat and nose, drink lots of water and warm liquids.
  • Steer clear of alcohol and excessive caffeine since these can exacerbate dehydration and tiredness.
  • If you experience nausea or acid reflux after taking the medication, limit consumption of extremely hot or greasy foods.

Lifestyle changes:

  • To aid in your body's recovery from cold or allergy symptoms, get enough sleep.
  • Avoid exposure to smoking, dust, cold air, and other allergens that can exacerbate symptoms.
  • To relieve nasal congestion, use steam inhalation and keep your home humid.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

  • The time required for Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's to start to work: The time required for Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's to show its action is unknown.
  • The time for which the effects of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's last: The duration of action for Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is unknown.

What if you forget to take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose.

Storage

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

Drug Warnings

  • Do not take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its ingredients.
  • Do not take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.
  • Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's.
  • Inform your doctor if you have or have ever had cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or benign prostatic hyperplasia.
  • Also, let your doctor know about all other medications you have taken before starting Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's.
  • Do not stop taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition.
  • Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery.
  • Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness.
  • If you need to undergo surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's, as it should not be taken during surgery.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions: Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's with the following medication classes may cause adverse reactions.

  • Anti-depressant drugs (Amitriptyline, Nortriptyline)
    • Potential effect: May cause increased blood pressure. Should be avoided or used in an emergency only if prescribed by the physician.
  • Antibiotics (Furazolidone, Linezolid)
    • Potential effect: May cause increased blood pressure. Should be avoided or used in an emergency only if prescribed by the physician.
  • MAO Inhibitors (Selegiline)
    • Potential effect: May cause severe increased blood pressure. Should be avoided or used in an emergency only if prescribed by the physician.

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol should not be consumed along with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have a history of the following conditions before taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's, as it may worsen your condition or cause complications.

  • Cardiovascular disease
  • Asthma
  • Kidney or liver disease
  • Diabetes
  • Glaucoma
  • Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
  • Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate gland,
  • Intestinal ulcer or blockage
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineLinezolid
Critical
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineMethylene blue
Critical

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Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineLinezolid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet together with Linezolid can lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet together with Linezolid is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe headaches, chest pain, dizziness, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, or anxiety, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineMethylene blue
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Methylene blue can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Methylene blue is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden headaches, 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, or fever, consult a doctor immediately. It is advised to use Phenylephrine only after 14 days of stopping Methylene blue. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Tranylcypromine can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headaches, 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.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Isocarboxazid can result in extremely high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet together with Isocarboxazid is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. 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.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrinePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with potassium citrate can make potassium more irritating to your upper intestine and stomach.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by a 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 a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Isoflurane makes phenylephrine more harmful. Additionally, phenylephrine reduces sleepiness, and chlorpheniramine and sevoflurane promote sleepiness.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Sevoflurane is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience severe headaches, chest pain, dizziness, difficulty breathing, nausea, vomiting, blurred vision, or anxiety, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Selegiline can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Selegiline 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.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Furazolidone can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Furazolidone is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden headaches, 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, or fever, consult a doctor immediately. It is advised to use Phenylephrine only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor’s advice
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Propofol lowers metabolism, which raises phenylephrine levels. Additionally, it can increase or decrease sleepiness when taken together.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Propofol is not recommended, as it leads to an interaction, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
Chlorpheniramine + PhenylephrineKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Rhinoryl-AF Tablet:
Co-administration of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Ketamine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet with Ketamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and breathing. Avoid activities that require mental focus such as driving, and operating dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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FAQs

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's is used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis.

Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like a runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving congestion or stuffiness. Together, Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

No, you should not take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's if you need to undergo surgery, as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's, as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.

It is not recommended to take Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's along with any antidepressant medication as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or any drug interaction. Also, Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of antidepressants.

The most common side effects of Rhinoryl-AF Tablet 10's are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

A-26F, Shree Villa Apartment, Flat No. 503, Bhartiya Path, Kanti Chandra Road, Bani Park, Jaipur, Rajasthan, 302016, India.
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