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Alex Syrup 100 ml

Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + chlorpheniramine maleate (2mg/5ml) +  dextromethorphan hydrobromide (10mg/5ml)

Alex Syrup 100 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant) and Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant). Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine 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. Collectively, it helps to provide relief from dry cough.

Take Alex Syrup 100 ml with or without food as advised by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Alex Syrup 100 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. Most of these side effects of Alex Syrup 100 ml 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 allergic to Alex Syrup 100 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Alex Syrup 100 ml. Alex Syrup 100 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Alex Syrup 100 ml. Avoid using Alex Syrup 100 ml if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Alex Syrup 100 ml to loosen mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability that causes accumulation of 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 Alex Syrup 100 ml. 

Uses of Alex Syrup 100 ml

Dry Cough

Side Effects of Alex Syrup 100 ml

•Dry mouth, throat or nose

•Drowsiness

•Dizziness

•Blurred vision

•Headache

•Constipation

•Restlessness or excitation

•Loss of appetite

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Alex Syrup 100 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Alex Syrup 100 ml. Alex Syrup 100 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Alex Syrup 100 ml. Avoid using Alex Syrup 100 ml if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Alex Syrup 100 ml to loosen mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of 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 Alex Syrup 100 ml. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Alex Syrup 100 ml 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 Interaction: Alex Syrup 100 ml may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption with Alex Syrup 100 ml as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Alex Syrup 100 ml is known to interact in patients with liver or kidney disease, asthma, diabetes, glaucoma, cardiovascular diseases, enlarged prostate gland, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath). 

Special Advise

Alex Syrup 100 ml may contain phenylalanine, so check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).

Do not use Alex Syrup 100 ml 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 Alex Syrup 100 ml.  

Alex Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. 

•Is it safe to consume alcohol while using Alex Syrup ?

CAUTION:-

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

•Is Alex Syrup safe to use during pregnancy?

 

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR:-

Alex Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

•Is Alex Syrup safe in kidney disease?

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.