FLEMNIL 4MG/2.5MG/50MG SYP

Overview

FLEMNIL 4MG/2.5MG/50MG SYP is a Schedule H drug.

FLEMNIL 4MG/2.5MG/50MG SYP is composed of: GUAIFENESIN (50.0 MG), BROMHEXINE (4.0 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (2.5 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. 



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

GUAIFENESIN is generally used to treat: Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Whooping Cough
GUAIFENESIN can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fever, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)


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: 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 < 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 FLEMNIL 4MG/2.5MG/50MG 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


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.

Common Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
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)

Serious Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

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

Technical Classification

GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
  • DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
  • VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

Available Alternatives for FLEMNIL 4MG/2.5MG/50MG SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLEMNIL 4MG/2.5MG/50MG SYPINR 64 for 100 ML SYRUPGUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG
FLEMNIL LIQUIDINR 70.26 for 120 ML LIQUIDGUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ALKOF Q TABINR 10 for 10 TABLETSBROMHEXINE , GUAIFENESIN , PHENYLEPHRINE
COF Q TABINR 25.5 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
DECOFF Q TABINR 35 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
DELETUS P SYPINR 73.5 for 100 ML SYRUPGUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG
ELDIKOF Q TABINR 16 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
KUFF Q NF TABINR 10.42 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
KUFF Q TABINR 28.5 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
NEW DELETUS P SYPINR 73.5 for 100 ML EXPECTORANTGUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG
NEW KHASI Q TABINR 9.92 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 450.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 8.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
SUDIN SERA PLUS TABINR 48 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
SUDIN TABINR 40 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 500 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100 MG, BROMHEXINE 8 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG
TUSQ TABINR 36 for 10 TABLETSPARACETAMOL 325 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100 MG, BROMHEXINE 8 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG