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Overview
HISTOLIN SYP is a Schedule G drug.HISTOLIN SYP is composed of: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE ( ), CHLORPHENIRAMINE ( ), SODIUM CITRATE ( )
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
Sodium Citrate is used for clear mucus from lungs.Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.
Usage
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common ColdCHLORPHENIRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose
SODIUM CITRATE is generally used to treat: Urinary Calculi
SODIUM CITRATE can address symptoms like: Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Pain With Urination, Nausea, Vomit, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Frequent Urination, Body Excessive Sweating
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 < 3yrs
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?
HISTOLIN SYP is generally taken After Food.Precautions for HISTOLIN SYP and its Constituents
- 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 .
- Do not use sodium citrate enema excessively as long term use of this medicine may lead to diarrhea and fluid loss.
- Sodium citrate should be taken after meals to prevent stomach or intestinal side effects.
- Do not take if you are allergic to sodium citrate or any of its ingredients.
- Do not give to patients with diabetes, heart or kidney disease, high blood pressure (hypertension), sugar intolerance,Addison’s disease ,aluminium toxicity or patients on a low salt (sodium) diet.
- Do not give to patients with inflammatory digestive tract or bowel diseases (e.g. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis).
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women.
Common Side-Effects
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)SODIUM CITRATE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion
Technical Classification
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTSSODIUM CITRATE is categorized as:
- LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
- URINARY PH MODIFIERS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS
Available Alternatives for HISTOLIN SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
HISTOLIN SYP | INR 28.06 for 60 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , SODIUM CITRATE |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
AMMONIUM 110MG+CPM 3MG+ MENTHOL 0.9MG+SODIUM 46MG COUGH SYP | INR 25.15 for 110 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 22 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 9.2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.6 MG/ML |
BLISKOF SYP | INR 52 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 200.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.15 MG |
CAPEX SYP | INR 60 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 11 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML |
COFTON SYP | INR 57.5 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 55.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG |
COSCOPIN PLUS SYP | INR 64 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 5.6 MG/ML, NOSCAPINE 3 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 1.3 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML |
COSCOPIN SYP | INR 64.3 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 5.6 MG/ML, NOSCAPINE 1.4 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 0.65 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
GEOHIST 2.5MG/125MG/55MG SYP | INR 41.5 for 110 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 11 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.5 MG/ML |
HISTOLIN 4MG/120MG/50MG SYP | INR 32.9 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 120.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 50.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG |
KOFRID 2.5MG/30MG/55MG SYP | INR 64.93 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT | SODIUM CITRATE 55.0 MG, AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 30.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG |
NOSCOTUSS SUSP | INR 66 for 100 ML SUSPENSION | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 28.0 MG, NOSCAPINE 15.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 6.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG |
NUHIST SYP | INR 85.02 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 120.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 50.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
PANTHOR 2MG/100MG/50MG SYP | INR 55 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 100.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 50.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
PIRITON 2.5MG/125MG/55MG SYP | INR 64.1 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 55.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG |
PIRITON SYP | INR 78 for 460 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 11 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML |
PIRITON SYPUP | INR 78 for 460 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 11 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML |
RESPICOF SYP | INR 38 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 70.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 35.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 0.5 MG |
SPUTES 2.5MG/125MG/55MG SYP | INR 12.92 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 55.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.5 MG/ML |
TEREX EXP SYP | INR 41.9 for 60 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 100.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 52.5 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
TOREX SYP | INR 76.5 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 15 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 10 MG/ML, EPINASTINE 1 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML |