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Sinarest Af Drop

Manufacturer :  Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Sinarest Af Drop

Sinarest Af Drop is an antihistamine which works by blocking the action of histamine in the body. It is used for relieving symptoms of sinus pressure, sinus congestion, runny nose, itching of the throat and nose, watery eyes, and sneezing due to upper respiratory infections, hay fever and allergies.

You are advised to not use this medicine if you are allergic to it or if you are taking or have taken sodium oxybate, furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor within the last 14 days. Before using this drug, inform your doctor if you have breathing problems, glaucoma, heart problems, liver disease, high blood pressure, seizures, overactive thyroid, stomach problems or urination problems.

Some adverse effects include dizziness, confusion, anxiety, constipation, nausea, restlessness, blurred vision, dry mouth, decreased coordination, irritability, shallow breathing, hallucinations, tinnitus, problems with memory or concentration and trouble urinating.

You can take this drug in the form of a tablet, capsule, or liquid form by mouth with or without food. This medicine is usually recommended only for a short time until your symptoms are cleared. Do not take it for longer than 7 days in a row.

    What are the uses of Sinarest Af Drop

    What are the contraindications of Sinarest Af Drop ?

    What are the side effects of Sinarest Af Drop ?

    Key highlights of Sinarest Af Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Sinarest AF drop may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medication should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor. The effect of this medicine on the fetus is not clearly established and hence, doctor consultation is recommended before consumption.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • 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
      Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      In case of overdose, consult your doctor.

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

    How does this medication work?

    Sinarest Af Drop is a first-generation antihistamine, which is used to prevent allergic symptoms from conditions such as urticaria and rhinitis. This drug binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine.

      FAQs about Sinarest Af Drop

      • Ques : What is Sinarest Af Drop?

        Ans : Sinarest Af Drop belongs to the group of medicines known as antihistamine. It blocks the action of histamine in the body. It is used for relieving symptoms of sinus pressure, sinus congestion, and a runny nose. It contains Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Phenylephrine as active ingredients. Sinarest Af Drops works by blocking H1-receptor sites on tissues; constricting the blood vessels results in decreasing the flow of blood thus relieves nasal congestion.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Sinarest Af Drop?

        Ans : Sinarest Af Drop is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like chill, nasal decongestants, colds, hay fever, rhinitis, and hypotensive conditions. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like watery eyes, itchy throat/skin, anaphylactic shock, urticaria, and eye mydriasis. The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Sinarest Af Drops to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Sinarest Af Drop?

        Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects that may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Sinarest Af Drop. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects have been observed and not necessarily occur. Some of these side-effects may be serious. These include feeling nervous, tightness in the chest, stomach pain, and drowsiness. Apart from these, using this medicine may further lead to ringing in ears, constipation, blurred vision, and hypotension. If any of these symptoms occur often or on a daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Sinarest Af Drop?

        Ans : Sinarest Af Drop should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Sinarest Af Drops. The patient should consult a doctor for its further uses and side effects and should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using to avoid undesirable effects.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Sinarest Af Drop before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : Sinarest Af Drop is a medicine which takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions. It would be ideal if you note, it doesn't mean you will begin to notice such health improvement in a similar time span as different patients. There are numerous elements to consider such as, salt interactions, precautions to be taken care of, time is taken by the salt to performs its action, etc. we beg you to visit your doctor to realize to what extent before you can see improvements in your health while at the same time taking Sinarest Af Drop.

      • Ques : What are the contraindications to Sinarest Af Drop?

        Ans : Contraindication to Sinarest Af Drop. In addition, Sinarest Af Drop should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Hypersensitivity and Hyperthyroidism.

      • Ques : Is Sinarest Af Drop safe to use when pregnant?

        Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk but there is no data available regarding the effect of Sinarest Af Drop during pregnancy.

      • Ques : Will Sinarest Af Drop be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose of Sinarest Af Drop can lead to increased chances of side effects such as Feeling nervous, Tightness in chest, Stomach pain, Drowsiness, Muscular weakness, Ringing in ears, Constipation, Blurred vision, Hypotension, Painful urination, Dry mouth, Changes in appetite, etc. If you are observing increased severity of pain or the pain is not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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