Chlorpheniramine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine
About Chlorpheniramine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine belongs to a class of antiarrhythmic medicines used to treat irregular heartbeats (arrhythmias) and protect the heart during the early stages after a heart attack (myocardial infarction), which occurs when the heart muscle does not receive enough blood and oxygen.
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine contains Atenolol, which works by blocking certain natural substances in the heart and blood vessels. This slows the heart rate and reduces blood pressure, lowering the risk of heart attack, stroke, and kidney problems.
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Some people may experience cold hands or feet, diarrhoea, nausea, or tiredness. These side effects usually resolve over time, but consult your doctor if they persist or worsen.
Before using Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine, inform your doctor if you have any allergies to its ingredients, are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. For pediatric use, the dose and duration must be determined by a paediatrician and administered under strict medical supervision. Additionally, provide your doctor with your complete medical history and details of any current medications to minimise the risk of adverse effects or drug interactions.
Uses of Chlorpheniramine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine
• Cough Relief: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is designed to provide cough relief, especially for dry coughs, by utilizing its antitussive properties to calm throat irritation and reduce the urge to cough.
• Allergy Relief: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine can help to alleviate allergy symptoms like runny nose and sneezing, offering relief for individuals who experience seasonal allergic reactions.
• Soothing Sore Throat: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine helps to calm a sore throat caused by coughing or irritation, making swallowing easier and reducing throat discomfort.
• Decongestant: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine contains Phenylephrine, a decongestant that reduces nasal congestion by shrinking swollen blood vessels in the nasal passages.
Medicinal Benefits
- Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan used to treat dry cough.
- Chlorpheniramine maleate helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness.
- Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose.
- Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough center in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.
- Thus, Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine helps to relieve overall cough, cold and allergic symptoms.
Directions for Use
- Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine 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.
- Measure the prescribed dose using a measuring cup and administer it orally.
- Avoid using regular household spoons, as they may not measure the dose correctly.
- Shake the bottle well before use.
Storage
Side Effects of Chlorpheniramine+dextromethorphan+phenylephrine
- Dry mouth, throat or nose
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Constipation
- Restlessness or excitation
- Loss of appetite
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Drug Warnings
- If you are allergic to Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine or any other medicines, please tell your doctor.
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using it.
- Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is not recommended for use in infants or toddlers without medical advice.
- If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking this medicine.
- Avoid taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days.
- If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, an enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of the amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus or cough caused by asthma, smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), inform your doctor before taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), anti-psychotic (escitalopram, desvenlafaxine, vilazodone), pain killer (aspirin), cold medicines (acetaminophen), antibiotics (amoxicillin), anti-depressants (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), beta-blockers (metoprolol, atenolol), muscle relaxants (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine).
Drug-Food Interactions: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption with Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is known to interact with patients with liver or kidney disease, asthma, diabetes, glaucoma, cardiovascular disease, an enlarged prostate gland, or chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol with Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine.
Pregnancy
cautionThe safety of Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is excreted in human milk. Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
Driving
cautionPhenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine.
Liver
cautionTake Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionTake Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Children
cautionThe dose and duration must be determined by a paediatrician and administered under strict medical supervision.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid dairy products such as milk, as they may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to relieve a cough.
- Drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
- Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.
Special Advise
- Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine may contain phenylalanine, so check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
- Do not use Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine only to make a child sleepy.
- Contact a doctor if your symptoms do not improve even after 7 days.
- Contact a doctor immediately if you develop fever, rash or headaches after taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine.
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. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection, but coughing up mucus is possibly an infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, you may have allergies or a minor infection in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.
FAQs
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is used to treat dry cough.
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is a combination drug, primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine is a 'decongestant' that helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough center in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.
Consuming alcohol, along with Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine, may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of CNS-active agents. If used together, it may lead to symptoms like confusion, central nervous system depression, impairment of thinking and judgment.
No, you should not take Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine 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 Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.
It is not recommended to take Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine along with any antidepressant medication, especially MAO inhibitors (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), as it may lead to unpleasant side effects or any drug interaction. Also, Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of antidepressants.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine should be used with caution, only when prescribed by a doctor, in patients with glaucoma. As Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma.
Yes, Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine can cause sleepiness or drowsiness as a common side effect. Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine contains dextromethorphan and phenylephrine, which can cause drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, dry mouth, and headache. Therefore, avoid activities that require mental alertness until you know how Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine affects you.
No, taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine at a dose higher than recommended will not make it more effective; it can actually be harmful. Overdosing can lead to severe side effects and toxicity. Therefore, follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.
It is unknown whether Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine passes into human milk. Therefore, please consult your doctor if you are supposed to breastfeed while taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine. Your doctor will prescribe Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a cool and dry place. Protect it from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine is primarily used to treat dry cough and relieve allergy symptoms such as a runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. However, it is not typically recommended for chronic cough or asthma. Therefore, please consult your doctor for appropriate medications and treatments for chronic cough or asthma.
Both Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine and other cold or allergy medicines may contain dextromethorphan, phenylephrine, and chlorpheniramine as active components. Therefore, combining cold or allergy medicines with Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine increases the chance of side effects. So, always consult your doctor before combining Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine with other medicines.
Avoid alcohol that can increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine. Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as heart, kidney, lung, liver, thyroid problems, diabetes, glaucoma, or prostate issues. Inform your doctor if you are taking other medications, or if you are breastfeeding, pregnant or planning pregnancy. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine to loosen mucus. Take Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose.
It is not known whether Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine can cause fetal harm. Therefore, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine. Your doctor will prescribe Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
The duration for using Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine depends on the severity of your symptoms and your doctor's advice. Generally, it is meant for short-term use to relieve symptoms like dry cough, runny nose, and sneezing. Follow your doctor's instructions on how long to use it and consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
The common side effects of Phenylephrine+dextromethorphan+chlorpheniramine are dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
