Maxtra Syrup

Maxtra Syrup is primarily prescribed to treat common cold. This is a combination syrup that has Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine as active ingredients. It also relieves the associated symptoms such as runny nose, itching of the throat and nose, watery eyes, and sneezing due to upper respiratory infections.

This medicine provide temporary relief of nasal congestion and eustachian tube congestion along with the associated symptoms. Maxtra Syrupmay cause drowsiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery while taking this medication.

It is an antihistamine along with adrenergic receptor agonists. This works by blocking the action of histamine and activating the adrenergic receptor in the body. Inform your doctor if you have breathing problems, glaucoma, heart problems, and liver disease.

Apart from this, high blood pressure, seizures, overactive thyroid, stomach problems or urination problems also. Up to 10% of patients could experience tachycardia, palpitations, and dry mouth; use vasoconstrictor with caution; prolonged use will cause significant xerostomia.

Use with caution since Maxtra Syrup contains phenylephrine, which is a sympathomimetic amine that could interact with epinephrine to cause a pressor response. Symptoms of Maxtra Syrup overdose include vomiting, hypertension, palpitations, paresthesia, ventricular extrasystoles. Treatment is supportive; in extreme cases, I.V. phentolamine may be used.

• Common Cold Symptoms

• Hypersensitivity

• Glaucoma

• Allergy

• Dizziness

• Drowsiness

• Anxiety

• Insomnia

• Hypotension

• Respiratory Depression

• Palpitations

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The duration of the effect can differ from person to person and the dosage as well. A doctor will guide you better in this regard with the amount and frequency of dosage that best suits you.

• What is the onset of action?

  To see the full effect of medicine, it can take more than 6 hours or even more than 2 days in some cases. Therefore, it is advisable that you change your dosage according to your interaction with the syrup.

• Is it habit forming?

  It is not habit-forming in most case but it can get addictive for some. You may consult a doctor if you are experiencing signs of addictiveness.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  The syrup can cause excessive drowsiness and calmness if you consume alcohol while under medication. Therefore, you must avoid it as much as possible while taking this syrup

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It is advisable that you do not consume the syrup if you are pregnant or expecting to be pregnant soon. There is no sufficient information to call it safe for consumption during such conditions.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  There is no sufficient information about the possible side effects of how this syrup can affect breastfeeding women in general. Therefore, you must consult your doctor before consumption.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  You should avoid driving whenever possible if you are under this medication. It may cause drowsiness or dizziness in some cases, which can affect your driving skills.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  It is important that you must discuss about your medical history in general whenever you consult a doctor. Ask your doctor whether you are fit to consume this medication or not as the medication can affect the functioning of kidney in some cases, especially if you are already suffering from kidney related issues.

• Does this affect liver function?

  People suffering from any liver related issues must consult a doctor before consumption of this syrup, as there is no specific information regarding how it may affect the liver function.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Maxtra Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Lit C Syrup

  Omenta Pharma Pvt Ltd

• Solvin Cold Af Syrup

  Ipca Laboratories Ltd

• Active Cold Syrup

  Nest Pharma

• Akuminic 2 Mg/5 Mg Syrup

  Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

• Zincold 2 Mg/5 Mg Syrup

  Med Manor Organics Pvt Ltd

• Wikoryl AF 2 mg/5 mg Syrup

  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Welminic Syrup

  Delcure Life Sciences

• Febrex Plus Af 2 Mg/5 Mg Syrup

  Indoco Remedies Ltd

• Alex Kidzo 2Mg/5Mg Syrup

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Ascoril Flu Kidz 2 mg/5 mg Syrup

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

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

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  In case of an overdose, you must consult a doctor immediately, as you may experience some serious side effects.

This syrup is a first-generation antihistamine, which is used to prevent allergic symptoms from conditions such as Nasal Congestion. It binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine. This syrup also acts as a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the swelling of blood vessels in the ear and nose, thereby providing great relief from discomfort.

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 Alcohol

  The syrup can interact with the alcohol, resulting in severe drowsiness or sleepiness. Therefore, it is advisable that you avoid alcohol as much as possible.

• Interaction with Medicine

  The syrup does interact with certain medicines or ingredients that can result in negative implications. If you are under medications or supplements that have ingredients or drugs like alcohol, antipsychotics, digoxin, decongestants, phenytoin, sedatives or tricyclic antidepressants. You must consult a doctor to get a better understanding on how to go about the dosages or look for substitutes in such conditions.

• Interaction with Disease

  The syrup can interact with diseases like moderate or severe renal impairment and cause severe side effects. Furthermore, it can aggravate the conditions of renal impairment. It can interact with chronic bronchitis, glaucoma and obstructive pulmonary disease as well. You must consult a doctor if you are suffering from any of these diseases.

• Interaction with Food

  There is no sufficient information regarding any specific food that you must avoid while under this syrup.

• Ques : What is Maxtra Syrup?

  Ans : It is a combination of two different drugs (Chlorpheniramine 2 mg/ml, Phenylephrine 5 mg/ml) which used to treat conditions such as Nasal De-congestion, Common cold and Flu-like symptoms.

• Ques : What are the use for maxtra syrup?

  Ans : It is an antihistamine which restricts the action of histamine and work as a reliever from the symptoms such as Sinus pressure, Sinus congestion, Running nose, Throat itching, Hay fever, Allergies, sneezing because of respiratory infections, Watering eyes, Cough.

• Ques : When should i take Maxtra Syrup?

  Ans : This syrup should be used on the basis of severity of symptoms or as consulted by the doctor. There are some advised dose for the children of 2 to 6 years of age is 2.5 - 5 ml every hours and 5 - 10 ml every hour for the children above 6 years of age. And all the doses should be given in a proper measured manner with a measuring cup. For the best results it should be given at evenly spaced intervals.

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

  Ans : There are some side effects of this syrup. It can cause some other allergies or unwanted effects. Some of them are: Nausea, Irregularity of heartbeats, Vomiting, Increased heart rate, Headache, Palpitations, Constipation, Stomach ache, Blurred vision, Swelling of face, Shortness of breath, Loss of consciousness.

• Ques : Is maxtra syrup safe to use when pregnant?

  Ans : No, Maxtra is unsafe to use in pregnancy. Patient can consult doctor for an alternative medication.

• Ques : Can Maxtra syrup be given for cough?

  Ans : Yes, this syrup is beneficial for cough conditions. It also treats other issues such as sinus pressure, watery eyes, hay fever and allergies.

• Ques : how long does maxtra syrup take work?

  Ans : It takes almost 2-3 days to show improvements in the conditions.

• Ques : Is Maxtra syrup safe while breastfeeding?

  Ans : No, this syrup is not safe while breastfeeding.

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