Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
About Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is an oral medicine used to relieve dry coughs and common cold symptoms, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. It combines two active ingredients to target both cough signals in the brain and allergy triggers in the body. This helps ease your discomfort so you can rest and recover comfortably.
You should take this medicine exactly as directed by your healthcare provider, usually when symptoms are active. It can be taken with or without food, but taking it with food may help if you have a sensitive stomach. To get the best results, stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water and rest in a humidified room.
While taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, you may experience mild side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, or dry mouth. These symptoms are usually temporary. However, if you develop severe dizziness, rapid or irregular heartbeat, difficulty breathing, or signs of a severe allergic reaction, seek emergency medical care immediately or call emergency services (112), then contact your doctor as soon as possible.
Do not take this if you have severe asthma, serious liver damage, or if you are taking certain depression medicines called MAO inhibitors. Always talk to your doctor before starting Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide if you have glaucoma, prostate issues, high blood pressure, or chronic lung conditions.
This medicine can interact with alcohol and sleep aids, causing extreme sleepiness, so avoid drinking alcohol while using it. Pregnant or breastfeeding women, as well as elderly individuals, should consult their doctor or pharmacist before taking this medication to ensure it is safe for them.
Uses of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
• Cough Relief: Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide provides cough relief by acting on the brain's cough center, reducing the frequency and intensity of coughing and preventing throat irritation.
• Allergic Symptoms: Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can be used to treat allergy-related symptoms such as throat discomfort, sneezing, and runny nose.
• Sleep Aid: Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide supports individuals who are having trouble sleeping because of a cough or respiratory pain by adding sedative properties.
Medicinal Benefits
This medicine helps relieve dry cough and reduce allergy and common cold symptoms. Its benefits include:
- Helps calm a dry, irritating cough and reduce the urge to cough.
- Relieves sneezing, runny nose, itchy nose, and watery eyes caused by allergies.
- Helps improve comfort during the day and promotes better sleep by reducing nighttime coughing.
- Provides relief from multiple cold and allergy symptoms in a single medicine.
- Helps soothe throat irritation caused by frequent coughing.
- Makes it easier to carry out daily activities by reducing bothersome cough and allergy symptoms.
Directions for Use
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can be taken with or without food. However, taking it with food or milk may help reduce stomach upset.
- It is usually taken every 4-6 hours or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided with the pack.
- Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not accurately measure the dose.
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Side Effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide
Common Side Effects (Usually mild):
- Sleepiness or drowsiness
- Dizziness or lightheadedness
- Dry mouth, nose, or throat
- Upset stomach or mild nausea
Serious Side Effects (Call a doctor right away):
- Signs of a severe allergic reaction (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, or throat, and severe dizziness)
- Difficulty breathing or shallow breathing
- Confusion, hallucinations, or extreme restlessness
- Irregular or rapid heartbeat
- Difficulty passing urine
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- Inspect before use: Check the liquid before each dose. Do not use it if you notice unusual color changes, cloudiness, or floating particles.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery: This medicine may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or perform tasks requiring alertness until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid duplicate medicines: Check the labels of other cold, cough, or allergy medicines to avoid taking the same or similar active ingredients twice.
- Avoid use with MAOIs: Do not take this medicine if you have used a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) within the last 14 days, as it may cause a serious reaction.
- Seek medical advice if symptoms persist: Consult your doctor if your cough lasts longer than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by a high fever, rash, or persistent headache.
Drug Interactions
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs): Taking this medicine with MAOIs can cause a dangerous rise in blood pressure or serious reactions. Do not use it within 14 days of taking an MAOI.
- Medicines that cause drowsiness: Taking this medicine with sleeping pills, muscle relaxants, anxiety medicines, or opioid pain relievers may increase drowsiness and slow breathing.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeChlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may increase the effects of alcohol, so it is advised to avoid alcohol consumption.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorConsult a doctor if you have any concerns regarding this. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorPlease consult a doctor if you have any concerns. Your doctor will decide if Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionChlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
Liver
cautionTake Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required in severe kidney disease.
Children
cautionChlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, it can be used by children older than 2 years of age if prescribed by a child specialist.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, such as warm water, herbal teas, or broths, to soothe your throat and keep your airways moist.
- Use a humidifier: Use a cool-mist humidifier to add moisture to the air and help relieve throat irritation and dry cough.
- Avoid irritants: Stay away from smoking, secondhand smoke, dust, and other airborne irritants that can worsen your cough.
- Get enough rest: Rest well to help your immune system fight the underlying cold or respiratory infection.
- Limit caffeine and alcohol: Avoid caffeine and alcohol close to bedtime, as they may cause dehydration and interfere with restful sleep.
Special Advise
- Talk to your doctor if the symptoms do not improve even after taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide for 7 days.
- Contact a doctor immediately if you develop fever, rash, or headache after taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
- If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Cough: Coughing is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Cough may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus, and other matter) from the lungs. A dry cough does not produce any mucus or phlegm. It usually occurs due to irritation in the airways. Cough is commonly caused by an allergy or a viral infection, but coughing up mucus is possibly an indication of infection in the respiratory tract.
FAQs
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is used to treat cough due to runny nose, sneezing, and throat irritation.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide contains Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorphenamine maleate blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, decreasing the urge to cough.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may be used to relieve allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation, or watery eyes. Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide contains Chlorphenamine maleate, an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, rinse your mouth regularly, practice good oral hygiene, and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
You are recommended to take Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen even after one week of using Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, please consult your doctor.
It is advised not to stop taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen the cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, please consult your doctor.
Caution should be advised while using Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in people with Prostate problems. So, it should be taken only under the supervision of the doctor.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide should not be taken along with medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), which are used in the treatment of psychiatric illness.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, it can be used by children older than 2 years of age if prescribed by a child specialist.
Caution is advised when using Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in individuals with eye problems. It should be taken only under the supervision of a doctor.
Yes, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a good option to treat dry cough.
Symptoms, such as cough and congestion, are usually relieved within 30 minutes to an hour of taking the Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, depending on the individual's response and the intensity of the symptoms.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a combination of two drugs: Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide.
No, taking more than the prescribed dose may not be more effective; it may raise the possibility of experiencing severe adverse reactions.
There is no substantial research yet on using Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide in breastfeeding mothers. If you are a nursing mother, let your doctor know before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take it or not.
Yes, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may make you feel sleepier or drowsier.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is safe to use if the doctor prescribes it, but it has specific limitations.
No, Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is not an antibiotic medication. It is a combination of an antihistamine and an antitussive.
No, it is not recommended to treat fever. It is intended to treat cough.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide should be taken for the duration prescribed by the doctor based on your condition. Usually, it is taken every 8-12 hours.
The timing of taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide can vary depending on the specific instructions your healthcare professional provides.
Common side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide may include dry mouth/throat/nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, and restlessness. Most of these side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
You should avoid taking other cold or cough medicines containing similar ingredients to prevent an accidental overdose. Always check labels carefully or consult your pharmacist before combining medications. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure.
No, you should avoid alcohol while taking this medicine. Alcohol can significantly increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, which can be dangerous. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is designed to treat dry, hacking coughs. If your cough is productive (bringing up thick mucus), a different type of medicine may be more appropriate. Talk to your doctor to find the right treatment.
This medicine should be used during pregnancy only if your doctor determines that the benefits outweigh the potential risks. Extra caution is recommended during the first trimester, when medicines should generally be avoided unless clearly needed. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine during pregnancy or while planning a pregnancy.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember, unless it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Never take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed one. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are confused about your dosing schedule.
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