PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

Each 5 ml typically contains:

• Dextromethorphan hydrobromide 10 mg → cough suppressant (reduces cough reflex)
• Chlorpheniramine maleate 4 mg → antihistamine (relieves runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes)

This makes it a dual-action dry cough + allergy relief syrup.

Uses / Indications

• Dry, tickly (non-productive) cough
• Cough due to colds or throat irritation
• Allergy-related symptoms such as:
• sneezing
• runny nose
• watery eyes
• Helps children sleep better by reducing night coughing

Direction of Use

• Children 6–12 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoon)
• Frequency: up to 3 times daily
• Short-term use only
• Do not exceed recommended dose

Side Effects

Common:

• Drowsiness (from antihistamine)
• Dry mouth
• Mild dizziness
• Nausea or stomach upset

Less common:

• Skin rash or allergic reaction
• Blurred vision (rare)

Warnings / Precautions

• May cause sleepiness → avoid activities needing alertness
• Do not combine with other cough/cold medicines containing:
• antihistamines
• dextromethorphan
• Use caution in:
• asthma
• glaucoma
• heart disease
• Stop and seek medical advice if:
• cough lasts more than a few days
• fever or breathing difficulty develops

Drug Interactions

• Other antihistamines → increased drowsiness
• Sedatives → excessive sedation
• MAO inhibitors → dangerous interaction risk
• Other dextromethorphan-containing medicines → overdose risk

Contraindications / Caution

• Allergy to dextromethorphan or chlorpheniramine
• Severe respiratory disease (use only under medical advice)
• Very young children below recommended age
• Use with multiple cold medicines at the same time