Maxtra P Oral Drops
About Maxtra P Oral Drops
The medication is an antihistaminic drug in combination with NSAID and alpha adrenergic receptor agonist. It is used for relieving symptoms of sinus pressure and sinus congestion. The drops also helps against runny nose, itching of the throat and nose, watery eyes, and sneezing, hay fever and allergies.
You are advised to not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Also avoid if you are taking or have taken sodium oxybate, furazolidone or a monoamine oxidase inhibitor. Before using this drug, inform your doctor if you have breathing problems and glaucoma.
Some of the side 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.
What are the uses of Maxtra P Oral Drops
Cold Symptoms
What are the contraindications of Maxtra P Oral Drops ?
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What are the side effects of Maxtra P Oral Drops ?
Headache
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Key highlights of Maxtra P Oral Drops
Is It safe with alcohol?
These drops may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
This medicine should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Please consult your doctor before using the drops.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Does this affect kidney function?
Caution to be advised in patients with severely impaired renal function.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
How does this medication work?
The medication is a first-generation antihistamine, which is used to prevent allergic symptoms from conditions such as urticaria and rhinitis. It binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine.
What are the interactions of Maxtra P Oral Drops ?
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
Medicine
Do not use this medicine in combination with Phenytoin, Sodium Nitrite, Leflunomide, Prilocaine, Insulin, etc.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Patients suffering from asthma, liver disease, diabetes and cardiovascular diseases should avoid using the medication.
FAQs about Maxtra P Oral Drops
Ques : What is Maxtra p oral drops?
Ans : Maxtra drops is a medication which has Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine as active elements present in it.
Ques : What is the use of Maxtra p oral drops?
Ans : Maxtra P is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Common cold, Nasal decongestant, Runny nose, Rhinitis, Watery eyes, Hay fever, Chill, Itchy throat/skin, Allergy, Watery eyes caused by allergies, Flu and Hypotensive conditions.
Ques : What are the side effects of Maxtra p oral drops?
Ans : Swelling of the face, Dry mouth, Feeling nervous, Tightness in chest, Stomach pain, Drowsiness, Muscular weakness, Ringing in ears, Constipation, Blurred vision, Hypotension, Painful urination, Changes in appetite, etc are some side effects of these drops.
Ques : Is it safe to use Maxtra P?
Ans : Yes, Maxtra P oral drops are safe to use in most patients. However, in some patients, it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, allergic reaction, sleepiness, headache, and other rare side effects.
Ques : How long do I need to use maxtra p oral drops before I see improvement in my condition?
Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is around 1 to 3 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use maxtra p oral drops?
Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval to which this medication has an impact, is around 8 to 12 hours, but it is not the standard frequency, for using this medication.
Ques : Should I use maxtra p oral drops empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : The action of salts involved in this medication, do not depend on whether taking it pre-meal or post-meal. It is advised to consult a doctor before use and take it at a fixed time in a day.
Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of maxtra p oral drops?
Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store between 15 to 30c temperature, as keeping this medication above that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.
References
Chlorphenamine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/chlorpheniramine
Phenylephrine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 23 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/phenylephrine
Acetaminophen- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/paracetamol
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