PRODUCT DETAILS

About Alvex P Syrup

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE belongs to the class of medications called ‘Expectorant and Cough products’ used in the treatment of dry cough associated with cold/flu, allergies, and throat irritants. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Dry cough refers to a cough with no mucus (sputum) or secretions. A dry cough is mostly treated with cough suppressants and throat lozenges.

Uses of Alvex P Syrup

Dry cough

Medicinal Benefits of Alvex P Syrup

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is used in the treatment of dry cough which is associated with cold/flu, allergies, or throat irritants. It can suppress severe cough and helps to relieve congestion. It can also provide relief from a sore throat which is often accompanied by a dry cough. Take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor for the best results.

Directions for Use

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is available in the form of syrup. Syrup: Take the prescribed dose of syrup with a marked measuring spoon, oral syringe, or medicine cup, followed by water or milk. Do not use a household spoon to measure the medicine. If the medicine causes a bitter or metallic taste, so avoid taking it at the same with food or other drinks.

Side Effects of Alvex P Syrup

• Dizziness
• Headache
• Confusion
• Slow or shallow breathing
• Restlessness
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Tremors
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach pain
• Skin rash
• Itching
• Palpitations (pounding heartbeat)
• Insomnia (difficulty to sleep)

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

It is advised not to take BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE if you have taken antidepressants (especially monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors) in the past 14 days as it may cause life-threatening side-effects. BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE should be used with caution in children with a history of allergies. BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE should be used with caution in patients with peptic ulcer disease (stomach ulcers) as it may disrupt the mucous barrier in the stomach. It should also be used with caution in patients with asthma, severe liver, or kidney disease. Do not use any other cough or cold medicines while using BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE may interact with antidepressants (isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, selegiline, rasagiline, and methylene blue, etc.), antibiotics, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (celecoxib and indomethacin), anticancer agents (imatinib), a medicine used to treat heart rhythm problems (quinidine), a medicine used to treat chest pain (ranolazine), a medicine used to treat HIV (ritonavir), a medicine used to treat obesity (sibutramine), antifungal medicine (terbinafine), medicines used to treat high blood pressure (guanethidine and methyldopa), antibacterial agent (furazolidone), a medicine used to treat respiratory problems (theophylline), antipsychotic drugs (chlorpromazine, thioridazine, and prochlorperazine),

Drug-Disease Interaction:

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease, high blood pressure, heart disease, asthma, stomach ulcers, thyroid problems, glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), and an enlarged prostate gland or difficulty urinating.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Alcohol consumption may increase the risk of side-effects and worsen the condition.

PREGNANCY

It is not known whether BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE can affect the unborn baby. So, it should be used with caution in pregnant women.

BREAST FEEDING

It is not known whether BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE can affect the nursing baby. So, please consult a doctor before taking this medicine.

DRIVING

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.

LIVER

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor as required.

KIDNEY

BROMHEXINE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN+PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor as required.