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Overview
CHESTON 4MG/50MG/2MG SYP is a Schedule H drug.CHESTON 4MG/50MG/2MG SYP is composed of: GUAIFENESIN (50.0 MG), BROMHEXINE (4.0 MG), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (2.0 MG)
Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.Guaifenesin is used to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, infections, or allergies.It promotes lower respiratory tract drainage by thinning the mucus in the air passages to make it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.
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
Usage
GUAIFENESIN is generally used to treat: Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Whooping CoughGUAIFENESIN can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fever, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
CHLORPHENIRAMINE 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: Not Safe
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs
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 CHESTON 4MG/50MG/2MG SYP and its Constituents
- You should not use guaifenesin if you are allergic to guaifenesin.
- Use guaifenesin exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- Take guaifenesin with food if it upsets your stomach.Measure the liquid form of guaifenesin with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
- Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release, delayed-release, or extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
- The liquid forms and powder packets of this medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
- Use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle; discard after 4 weeks of opening even if not used
- Avoid excess dosage.
- Avoid long-term use of this medication.
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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 .
Common Side-Effects
GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset StomachCHLORPHENIRAMINE : 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)
Serious Side-Effects
GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty BreathingDisease Interactions
CHLORPHENIRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hypotension, Acute Liver FailureTechnical Classification
GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTSCHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
Available Alternatives for CHESTON 4MG/50MG/2MG SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
CHESTON 4MG/50MG/2MG SYP | INR 37 for 60 ML EXPECTORANT | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
ALKOF COFGEL TAB | INR 21.85 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , BROMHEXINE |
COF Q TAB | INR 25.5 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
COFCAD DL TAB | INR 6.56 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , BROMHEXINE |
COUGHREST TAB | INR 9.86 for 10 TABLETS | BROMHEXINE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , GUAIFENESIN |
DECOFF Q TAB | INR 35 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
ELDIKOF Q TAB | INR 16 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
EXPAL SYP | INR 36.35 for 60 ML SYRUP | BROMHEXINE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , GUAIFENESIN |
EXPAL TAB | INR 24.23 for 10 TABLETS | BROMHEXINE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , GUAIFENESIN |
FREKOF TAB | INR 19.5 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, EPHEDRINE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KOFF GO TAB | INR 22 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, EPHEDRINE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KOFRON DMR TAB | INR 25.37 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG |
KUFF Q NF TAB | INR 10.42 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KUFF Q TAB | INR 28.5 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KUFRID DMR TAB | INR 6.73 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 10.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KUFSTIL KID SYP | INR 38 for 60 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KUFSTIL SYP | INR 31.25 for 100 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
KUFTIVE 100MG/8MG/2MG/10MG TAB | INR 25 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
LEEKOF SYP | INR 25.62 for 100 ML SYRUP | CHLORPHENIRAMINE , BROMHEXINE , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , GUAIFENESIN |
LEEKUF TAB | INR 10 for 10 TABLETS | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , BROMHEXINE |
MERICOF TAB | INR 7.12 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN , DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , BROMHEXINE |
NEW KHASI Q TAB | INR 9.92 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
SUDIN PLUS TAB | INR 38 for 10 TABLETS | CHLORPHENIRAMINE , EPHEDRINE , GUAIFENESIN , BROMHEXINE |
SUDIN SERA PLUS TAB | INR 48 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
SUDIN TAB | INR 40 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100 MG, BROMHEXINE 8 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG |
TOREX TAB | INR 35.2 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
TUSQ TAB | INR 36 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 325 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100 MG, BROMHEXINE 8 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG |
TUSSIN DMR TAB | INR 45 for 10 TABLETS | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG |
TUSSNIL TAB | INR 38 for 10 TABLETS | PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE 25.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |