CORRECTAL TAB

Overview

CORRECTAL TAB is a Schedule H drug.

CORRECTAL TAB is composed of: DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE ( ), PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE ( )

It is used to ease allergy signs. Dexchlorpheniramine is used in the treatment of Rhinitis, and Urticaria. Dexchlorpheniramine is a potent S-enantiomer of chlorpheniramine. The salt form dexchlorpheniramine maleate as the active ingredient is available as a prescription drug indicated for adjuctive therapy for allergic and anaphylactic reactions. It is an antihistamine drug with anticholinergic (drying) and sedative actions. It disrupts histamine signalling by competing with histamine for cell receptor sites on effector cells.
Phenylpropanolamine belongs to a class of medications called nasal decongestants. It stimulates receptors on blood vessels in the nose and sinuses leading to its constriction and reduction in blood flow thereby relieving congestion. Phenylpropanolamine is used in the treatment of allergy symptoms.

Usage

DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Rhinitis, Urticaria

PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is generally used to treat: Allergy
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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 < 6month

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

How Do I Take It?

CORRECTAL TAB is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for CORRECTAL TAB and its Constituents


  • If you have asthma discuss with doctor.
  • If you are breast-feeding. Do not breast-feed while you take dexchlorpheniramine.
  • Do not take more than what your doctor told you to take. Taking more than you are told may raise your chance of very bad side effects.
  • Avoid driving and doing other tasks or actions that call for you to be alert until you see how dexchlorpheniramine affects you.
  • Avoid drinking alcohol while taking dexchlorpheniramine.
  • If you are 65 or older, use dexchlorpheniramine with care. You could have more side effects. 

It may cause drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate dangerous machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. Caution should be exercised in patients with history of sugar, increased eye pressure, thyroid disease, prostate enlargement, difficulty in urination, heart, liver or kidney disease, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

Common Side-Effects

DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE : Skin Rash, Dry Skin, Itchy Skin, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Dizziness, Confusion, Ringing In Ears, Loose Motion, Constipation, Dry Mouth, Nervousness, Abdomen Pain
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE : Anxiety, Dizziness, Nervousness, Drowsiness, Eyes Blurred Vision, Difficulty Urinating, Nausea, Vomit

Disease Interactions

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

Technical Classification

DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for CORRECTAL TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CHERICOLD CAPULEINR 15 for 10 CAPSULESPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
COLDHIT SUSPINR 38 for 60 ML SUSPENSIONPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
COLDHIT TABINR 32 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
COLDOUT CAPINR 11.25 for 10 CAPSULESDEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE
CORRECTAL DPSINR 42.2 for 15 ML DROPDEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE
CORRECTAL PEAD DPSINR 31.46 for 15 ML DROPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
CORRECTAL TABINR 26.46 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
DIOMINIC D TABINR 8.63 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
EPHACI CAPINR 19.12 for 10 CAPSULESPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
LUPICOLD FORTE TABINR 6.52 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
LUPICOLD SYPINR 24 for 60 ML SYRUPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
LUPICOLD TABINR 5.92 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
NCOLD SYPINR 11.25 for 60 ML SYRUPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
NCOLD TABINR 29 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
NOCOLD DPSINR 45 for 15 ML DROPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
NUMINIC SYPINR 32.25 for 60 ML SYRUPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
NUMINIC TABINR 23.55 for 10 TABLETSDEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE
RELICOLD CR CAP CRINR 15.56 for 10 CAPSULE CRDEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE
SNEEZ BYE SYPINR 48 for 60 ML SYRUPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
TRIAMINIC DPSINR 50.47 for 15 ML DROPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
TRIAMINIC SYPUPINR 49.56 for 60 ML SYRUPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
TRIAMINIC TABINR 23.5 for 10 TABLETSPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
TRITUS DPSINR 21.68 for 15 ML DROPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE
X COLD SYPINR 26 for 60 ML SYRUPPHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CHERICOLD CAPINR for PHENYLPROPANOLAMINE , DEXCHLORPHENIRAMINE NAN