Piriton Syrup

Piriton Syrup is a combination medicine that belongs to the ‘’cough and cold preparations’’ group of medicines. It is mainly used in the treatment of dry cough as well as chesty cough.

Some other symptoms accompanying this include running nose, sneezing and throat irritation. Coughing is a body’s own protective mechanism of clearing any irritants in the respiratory pathway to prevent further infections.

It is done by production of either dry or productive cough which is thin and non-sticky while wet cough or chesty cough consists of mucus or sputum.

Piriton Syrup works by the combined action of Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorphenamine maleate works to block the action of histamine which is known to cause allergic reactions in the body.

Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is responsible for blocking the nerve impulses that come from the cough centre located in the brain, thus preventing the cough. Both the ingredients do an overall job of relieving symptoms related to cough, cold and allergy.

• Dry Cough

• Allergy

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Headache

• Palpitations

• Sleepiness

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Piriton Syrup syrup may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should avoid using this medicine unless extremely necessary. Doctor consultation is mandatory before using this medicine.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Please consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding a baby.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

Piriton Syrup is a combination medication, which is used to prevent allergic symptoms runny nose and sneezing. This drug binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine. Other than that, it also works as a expectorant which decreases viscosity of the mucus and helps in its removal and aids its removal from the airways. Also it thins and loosen the mucus by acting as a mucolytic and makes its easier to cough it out.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  CYP2D6 enzyme substrate.

• Interaction with Disease

  Avoid use in premature and term newborns due to possible association with SIDS.. Avoid using Chlorpheniramine in patients suffering form narrow-angle glaucoma; bladder neck obstruction; symptomatic prostate hypertrophy; during acute asthmatic attacks; stenosing peptic ulcer; pyloroduodenal obstruction.

• Interaction with Food

  May be taken with food or water.

• Ques : What is Piriton syrup?

  Ans : Piriton syrup is a medication which has Chlorpheniramine, Ammonium Chloride and Sodium Citrate as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by manage the consumption of sodium and potassium, obstructing H1-receptor sites on tissues. Apart from this, it also works by increasing the excretion of extracellular electrolytes and water out of the body. It is used to treat conditions such as cough relief, urticaria, acidity, rhinitis, watery eyes, etc.

• Ques : What is Piriton syrup used for?

  Ans :

  Piriton syrup is a medication which is used for the treatment, control, and prevention of conditions Common cold, Allergic Rhinitis, Urticaria, Hay fever and Cough.

• Ques : What are the side effects of Piriton syrup?

  Ans :

  Piriton syrup is a medication which has some commonly reported side effects such as Nausea, Vomiting, Headache, Palpitations, Increased Blood Pressure, Increased Heart Rate and Heart Beat Irregularities.

• Ques : Can Piriton Syrup be used for common cold and itchy throat/skin?

  Ans : Yes, Piriton Syrup is a medication which used to treat common cold and itchy throat/skin. Do not take Piriton Syrup for common cold and itchy throat/skin without consulting first with your doctor. It is a prescribed medication which should only be consumed on a prescription.

• Ques : How long do I need to use piriton syrup before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease. Thus it is advised to use, till the time directed by your doctor and moreover taking this medication longer than it was prescribed, can also cause inadequate effect on the patient. So please consult your doctor.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use piriton syrup ?

  Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact, is around 12 to 24 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication. It is advised to consult your doctor for the dosage, as the frequency also depends on the patient's condition.

• Ques : Should I use piriton syrup empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in this medication react properly, if it is taken after having food. If you take it with an empty stomach, it may cause stomach upset. Please consult the doctor before use.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of piriton syrup?

  Ans : This medication contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light. Keep this medication away, from the reach of children. It is advised to dispose the expired or unused medication, for avoiding its inadequate effect.

• Ques : How does Piriton Syrup work ?

  Ans : Piriton Syrup works by the combined action of Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. The former blocks the action of histamine while later stops the nerve impulses coming from the cough centre located in the brain. Both combinely provide relief from the symptoms related to cough, cold and allergy.

• Ques : Can Piriton Syrup cause dry mouth ?

  Ans : Yes, Piriton Syrup is responsible for causing temporary side effects like dry mouth in some cases but not in all. This can be prevented by consuming adequate amounts of water, maintaining oral hygiene and avoiding sugar.

• Ques : Can we stop consuming Piriton Syrup on our own ?

  Ans : We should not stop taking Piriton Syrup on our own as it may cause recurrence of the symptoms. Consultation with a doctor is important prior to this.

• Ques : How long do we need to take Piriton Syrup to get desirable results ?

  Ans : Piriton Syrup should be consumed for a prescribed duration under the supervision of a physician. It depends upon the health status of the affected individuals.

• Ques : Can I drive while having Piriton Syrup ?

  Ans : No, we should not drive while having Piriton Syrup as doing so is totally unsafe. This medicine causes drowsiness or dizziness as one of the side effects, hence any work that needs concentration or focus should be avoided.

• Chlorphenamine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/chlorpheniramine

• Ammonium Chloride- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/4240/smpc

• Sodium Citrate- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:

  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/rn/994-36-5