Description
✅ What is it used for?
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Dry cough in children, often from colds, allergies, or respiratory irritation
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Allergy symptoms, like a runny nose and throat irritation
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Nasal congestion, thanks to the decongestant effect 1mg+15Apollo Pharmacy+15NetForHealth+15
It contains three active ingredients:
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Chlorpheniramine – relieves allergy symptoms
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Dextromethorphan – stops the cough reflex
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Phenylephrine – shrinks swollen blood vessels to ease stuffiness TrueMeds1mg+1PharmEasy+1TrueMeds+3Apollo Pharmacy+31mg+3
💡 How it works (in simple terms)
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Stops the cough by calming the part of the brain that makes you cough.
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Reduces throat swelling and runny nose (antihistamine effect).
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Clears the nose by shrinking blood vessels (making breathing easier) Apollo Pharmacy
⚠️ Common side effects
Mostly mild and usually go away as the body adjusts:
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Feeling sleepy or dizzy
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Constipation
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Nausea
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Sometimes a mild headache PharmEasyTrueMeds+11mg+1
Most side effects do not need medical help unless they persist or worry you.
🛑 Important warnings
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Don’t mix with other cough syrups or antidepressants (especially MAO inhibitors) – can be unsafe TrueMeds+31mg+31mg+3PharmEasy+12Apollo Pharmacy+12PharmEasy+12
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Avoid if the child has glaucoma, urinary problems, severe heart issues, high blood pressure, or is undergoing surgery or anesthesia Netmeds+2Apollo Pharmacy+2TrueMeds+2
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Shake well and use only the measuring cup or spoon provided 24buyonline+7Apollo Pharmacy+7PharmEasy+7
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Store in a cool, dry place, out of children’s reach GoGeneric+6TrueMeds+6TrueMeds+6
ℹ️ When to call the doctor
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Cough lasts more than a week
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High fever, rashes, unusual sleepiness, or pain
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Signs of overdose like fast heartbeat, severe dizziness, or tremors
📝 Summary Table
Aspect | Details |
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Composition | Chlorpheniramine, Dextromethorphan, Phenylephrine |
Used for | Dry cough, allergies, nasal congestion |
How it works | Stops cough reflex, relieves allergies, clears stuffiness |
Common side effects | Drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, nausea, headache |
Warnings | Don’t mix with antidepressants, be careful with certain conditions, don’t use before surgery |
Usage tips | Shake well, measure carefully, store safely |
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