Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup

Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup 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.

• Dry Cough

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Headache

• Palpitations

• Increased Blood Pressure

• Increased Heart Rate

• Heart Beat Irregular

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Kufma dr syrup may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Kufma dr syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

• 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.

• Does this affect liver function?

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

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• CC GO Syrup

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Exiplon DM 4 mg/10 mg Syrup

  Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd

• Toxolite Dx 4 Mg/10 Mg Syrup

  Litaka Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Tekof 4 Mg/10 Mg Syrup

  Gujarat Terce Laboratories Ltd

• Histolin DX 4mg/10mg Syrup

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Agikuff D Syrup

  AGIO Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Piril Dx Syrup

  Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Corico Dx 4 Mg/10 Mg Syrup

  Molekule India Pvt Ltd

• Traxin D 4Mg/10Mg Syrup

  Drakt Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

• Piriton Cs 4 Mg/10 Mg Syrup

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup is a first-generation antihistamine, which is used to prevent the allergic symptoms from conditions such as urticaria and rhinitis. This drug binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine.

• Ques : What is Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup?

  Ans : Chlorpheniramine is a medication which has Chlorpheniramine as an active ingredient present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release H1 receptor (chemical messengers) in the body. Chlorpheniramine is used to avoid hay fever, allergic reactions and urticaria, nasal congestion and common cold symptoms. It is used to treat conditions such as anaphylactic shock, rhinitis, hives, catarrh, Allergic reactions and vomiting.

• Ques : What are the uses of Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup?

  Ans : Chlorpheniramine is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Hay fever, allergic reactions and urticaria. Besides these, it can also be used to treat conditions like anaphylactic shock, rhinitis, hives, catarrh, Allergic reactions and vomiting, The patient should inform the doctor about any ongoing medications and treatment before using Chlorpheniramine to avoid undesirable effects.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of Chlorpheniramine. 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 dry mouth, aplastic anemia, jaundice and blurred vision. Apart from these, using Chlorpheniramine may further lead to drowsiness, sleepiness and double vision. If any of these symptoms occur often or on daily basis, a doctor should be urgently consulted.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup?

  Ans : Chlorpheniramine 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 Chlorpheniramine. 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 : Should I use Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The consumption of this medication is done orally. If you take this medication with the food, the reactions that took place in the body carry outs in a much effective manner. Your stomach might get upset if you take this medication on an empty stomach. It is advised to consult a doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 day to 3 months, before noticing an improvement in the condition. But the same duration is not mandatory for everyone and so, it is not a standard time period for this medication's action. Please consult your doctor, for the time period you need to use Chlorpheniramine.

• Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?

  Ans : There is no specific food product to avoid, under usage of this medication. It will be beneficial to keep your diet healthy and to ignore street food in order to avoid any kind of harmful bacterial intake. It is also advised to stay away from drinking and smoking to uplift your health.

• Ques : Will Expectus D 4 mg/10 mg Syrup be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

  Ans : There is no need to take this medication more than its recommended doses. Taking over-dosage of this medication may trigger side effects. If the severity of the condition is not reducing with the recommended dosage of Chlorpheniramine, then the doctor should be consulted for re-examining your condition.