FLUZET X SYP - mTatva Health-PIE

Contents

1 Overview
2 Usage
3 Frequently Asked Questions
4 How Do I Take It?
5 Precautions for FLUZET X SYP and its Constituents
6 Common Side-Effects
7 Serious Side-Effects
8 Disease Interactions
9 Technical Classification
10 Available Alternatives for FLUZET X SYP
- 10.1 What are the commonly available Substitutes?
- 10.2 What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
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Overview

FLUZET X SYP is a Schedule H drug.

FLUZET X SYP is composed of: GUAIFENESIN (100.0 MG), AMBROXOL (15.0 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (5.0 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.

This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.
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.

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..

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)

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis

PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

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: Not Safe

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

How Do I Take It?

FLUZET X SYP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for FLUZET X 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

Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
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.

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.

Common Side-Effects

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

Serious Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing

Disease Interactions

CHLORPHENIRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:

DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for FLUZET X SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

FLUZET X SYP

INR 24.62 for 60 ML SYRUP

GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

AMBRO PLUS AF SYP	INR 66 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
AMBRODIL PLUS SYP	INR 69 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
AMBROX PLUS SYP	INR 18.75 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMBROXOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE
AMBROX PLUS SYPUP	INR 18.75 for 100 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , AMBROXOL
AMTEREX SYP	INR 55 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 20 MG/ML, GUAIFENESIN 10 MG/ML, AMBROXOL 3 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.5 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML
BAROHIST P SYP	INR 47.62 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG
CC GESIC SYP	INR 48.76 for 60 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
COFLIN KID SYP	INR 43.81 for 60 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN , AMBROXOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE
COFLIN SYP	INR 53 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMBROXOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE
ELDIKOF AM SYP	INR 20 for 100 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , AMBROXOL
ESIRESP PLUS SYP	INR 49.5 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 10 MG/ML, AMBROXOL 3 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 2 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML
FEBREX CCF TAB	INR 37.16 for 10 TABLETS	PARACETAMOL 500.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
KOFCARE AM SYP	INR 20.62 for 100 ML SYRUP	PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , AMBROXOL
KUFF X AP SYP	INR 17.5 for 100 ML SYRUP	CHLORPHENIRAMINE , PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , AMBROXOL
MAXORIL AM SUSP	INR 19.37 for 100 ML SUSPENSION	PHENYLEPHRINE , GUAIFENESIN , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , AMBROXOL
NAKUF A LIQUID	INR 65 for 100 ML LIQUID	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG
SOTHREX PLUS SYP	INR 58 for 100 ML SYRUP	GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG
XENOCOF SYP	INR 44 for 100 ML SYRUP	AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 100.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG