ASCORIL D JUNIOR SYP

Overview

ASCORIL D JUNIOR SYP is a Schedule H drug.

ASCORIL D JUNIOR SYP is composed of: DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (10 MG), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (2 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (1 MG/ML)

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.
Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose Chlorpheniramine is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, thecommon cold, or the flu..
Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Phenylephrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.

Usage

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

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

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

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 ASCORIL D JUNIOR 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. 

  • Avoid excess dosage.
  • Avoid long-term use of this medication.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, sugar, blood vessel problems, stroke, increased eye pressure, intestinal blockage, ulcer, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

Do not give phenylephrine containing products to children younger than 4 years of age. It may cause serious side effects or cause of death in children. Do not use this medication for longer duration, it may cause rebound congestion in prolonged or excessive use of nasal or eye drops. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of severe increase in thyroid hormone, severe heart disease, diabetes, prostate enlargement, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

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
CHLORPHENIRAMINE : Fever, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Hoarse Voice, Face Swelling, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Nervousness, Frequent Urination, Arms Joint Pain, Eyes Double Vision (with One Eye Covered)
PHENYLEPHRINE : Hives, Skin Rash, Blood Pressure, High, Body Itching, Irregular Heartbeat, Difficulty Sleeping, Eyes Blurred Vision, Chest Discomfort, Wheezing, Shortness Of Breath, Nervousness, Head Headache, Restless Or Irritability, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Disease Interactions

PHENYLEPHRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
  • DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
  • VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Prescription Statistics

Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.

How Frequently is it taken?

2 Times Daily70%
3 Times Daily22%

What was the Dosage Advised?

5ml80%
2.5ml13%

How long was it prescribed?

5 Days75%
4 Days14%
3 Days11%

What is the break-up across patient age-group?

Below 5yrs42%
5 to 12yrs53%
12 to 18yrs5%

What is the gender-breakup across patients?

Females40%

What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?

Pediatrician100%

Most common Medicines advised along-side?

CROCIN DS- SUSP49%
MEFTAL P SYP44%
NASIVION PAED N-DPS21%
EMESET SYR14%
CEPODEM SYP12%

Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?

CBC (HEMATOLOGY)14%
CRP (SEROLOGY)12%
URINE R/M (BIOCHEMISTRY)12%
TYPHIDOT IGM (MICROBIOLOGY)10%
C/S BLOOD TEST (MICROBIOLOGY)10%
LFT (SCREENING)10%

Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?

Temperature Charting (Others)46%
Plenty of fluids (Diet)44%
Steam inhalation (Relief)29%
Warm saline gargle (Relief)11%
Rest (Others)11%

Available Alternatives for ASCORIL D JUNIOR SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ASCORIL D JUNIOR SYPINR 64.5 for 60 ML SYRUPDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BROVIS D SYPINR for PHENYLEPHRINE 12.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 10 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG
FLUZET TABINR 42.5 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG