ACTIFED DM SYP

Overview

ACTIFED DM SYP is a Schedule H drug.

ACTIFED DM SYP is composed of: DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE ( ), TRIPROLIDINE ( )

Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.
Triprolidine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny nose,hives, skin rash and other cold or allergy symptoms.

Usage

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough

TRIPROLIDINE is generally used to treat: Skin Rash, Hives, Common Cold
TRIPROLIDINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 4yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

Precautions for ACTIFED DM SYP and its Constituents

• Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
• Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
• Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
• Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
• Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
• Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice. 

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of increased eye pressure, urinary retention, enlargement of prostate, pyloric obstruction (disorder), epilepsy, children less than 6 years, elderly, during pregnancy. It may cause drowsiness, dizziness or blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Drinking alcohol can increase certain side effects of triprolidine.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness

Common Side-Effects

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
TRIPROLIDINE : Drowsiness, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Eyes Blurred Vision, Loss Of Coordination, Dry Mouth

Serious Side-Effects

TRIPROLIDINE : Mood Swings, Hallucinations, Nervousness, Restless Or Irritability, Ringing In Ears, Difficulty Urinating, Easy Bruising, Irregular Heartbeat, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Rare Side-Effects

TRIPROLIDINE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

TRIPROLIDINE can interfere with: Intestinal Obstruction, Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
TRIPROLIDINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ACTIFED DM SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ACTIFED DM SYP

INR 60.15 for 100 ML SYRUP

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , TRIPROLIDINE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ASCORIL D 5MG/10MG/1.25MG SYP	INR 84 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
ASCORIL PLUS D SYP	INR 94 for 100 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE 12.5 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG
ASCORIL-D SYR	INR 94 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
CORITUSS SYP	INR 72 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DELETUS 10MG/5MG/1.25MG TAB	INR 40 for 10 TABLETS	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DELETUS D LIQUID	INR 80 for 100 ML LIQUID	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DELETUS-D LIQD	INR 80 for 100 ML LIQUID	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
DENITUSS D SYP	INR 38.05 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , TRIPROLIDINE
KOFNOK D SYP	INR 49.52 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PHENYLEPHRINE , TRIPROLIDINE
MEGATUSS D SYP	INR 20.37 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , TRIPROLIDINE
NEW DELETUS D SYP	INR 69.2 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
ORIPECT CC SYP	INR 32.15 for 50 ML SYRUP	TRIPROLIDINE , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
ORIPECT CC TAB	INR 15 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , TRIPROLIDINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE
RATIFED SYP	INR 91.36 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, TRIPROLIDINE 1.25 MG
REFID D SYP	INR 65 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, TRIPROLIDINE 0.25 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML
SUPRACOF D SYP	INR 64.8 for 100 ML SYRUP	DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, TRIPROLIDINE 0.25 MG/ML