SERKOF SYP

Overview

SERKOF SYP is a Schedule H drug.

SERKOF SYP is composed of: AMBROXOL ( ), LEVOCETIRIZINE ( ), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE ( )

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.
Levocetirizine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as a runny nose or hives.It blocks histamine action, which reduces allergy symptoms.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Pseudoephedrine 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

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

LEVOCETIRIZINE is generally used to treat: Allergy, Pediatric Urticaria, Urticaria
LEVOCETIRIZINE can address symptoms like: Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose, Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Itching, Nose Itching

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 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: Not Safe

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: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

SERKOF SYP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for SERKOF SYP and its Constituents

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

• You should not use levocetirizine if you are allergic to levocetirizine or cetirizine.
• You should not take levocetirizine if you have end-stage kidney disease or if you are on dialysis. Any child younger than 12 years old with kidney disease should not take levocetirizine.
• Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
• Use the medicine exactly as directed.
• Do not give a child more than the prescribed dose of this medicine.
• Levocetirizine is usually taken in the evening, with or without food.
• Measure liquid medicine carefully. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon).
• Do not take two doses at one time.
• Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how levocetirizine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.
• Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.
• Liquid products may contain sugar and/or aspartame. Caution is advised if you have diabetes, phenylketonuria, or any other condition that requires you to limit/avoid these substances in your diet. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about using this medication safely.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, sugar, difficulty in urinating, thyroid or heart disease, intestinal blockage, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Do not take appetite control medicines while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

LEVOCETIRIZINE over-dosage can result in: Drowsiness, Mood Swings, Restless Or Irritability, Agitation
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)

Common Side-Effects

AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
LEVOCETIRIZINE : Diarrhoea, Urinary Retention, Nosebleeds, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Fever, Vomit, Dry Mouth, Weight Gain, Constipation, Head Headache, Throat Soreness, Runny Nose, Body Pain, Ears Pain, Nasal Congestion, Hoarse Voice, Loss Of Voice, Ears Swelling, Neck Enlarged Or Swollen Glands
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness

Serious Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Difficulty Urinating, Cough

Rare Side-Effects

LEVOCETIRIZINE : Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Difficulty Breathing
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching

Disease Interactions

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE can interfere with: Cerebrovascular Insufficeincy, Hyperthyroidism, Pheochromocytoma, Intestinal Obstruction, Phenylketonuria, Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, Prostate Cancer, Diabetes Mellitus, Glaucoma

Technical Classification

AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
LEVOCETIRIZINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for SERKOF SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALZENE AD TAB	INR 36 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , AMBROXOL , LEVOCETIRIZINE
KITLUS PLUS TAB	INR 39.4 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , AMBROXOL , LEVOCETIRIZINE
KITLUS TAB	INR 29.93 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE , LEVOCETIRIZINE , AMBROXOL
SERKOF SYP	INR 40.41 for 110 ML SYRUP	LEVOCETIRIZINE , AMBROXOL , PSEUDOEPHEDRINE

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ALDINE D 30MG/60MG/5MG TAB	INR 33.65 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
ELZIN PLUS 2.5MG/30MG/60MG TAB	INR 29 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 60.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 2.5 MG
FLORAMIN AP 30MG/60MG/5MG TAB	INR 33.75 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG
LECOPE AD 5MG/60MG/5MG TAB	INR 48.4 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 5.0 MG
LECOPE-AD FC-TAB	INR 29.5 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 60 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 5 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5 MG
LESTAR TAB	INR 42.5 for 10 TABLETS	PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 10.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE , AMBROXOL
WICET PLUS 30MG/30MG/5MG TAB	INR 30.21 for 10 TABLETS	AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, LEVOCETIRIZINE 5.0 MG