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Overview
SILKOF SYP is a Schedule H drug.SILKOF SYP is composed of: DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (10 MG), PHENYLEPHRINE (5 MG), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (2 MG), MENTHOL (0.1 MG/ML)
Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex. Dextromethorphan is used to treat a cough. Dextromethorphan will not treat a cough that is caused by smoking, asthma, or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment.
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
Usage
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry CoughDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough
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: 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 < 4yrs
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 SILKOF SYP and its Constituents
- Always ask a doctor before giving a cough or cold medicine to a child. Death can occur from the misuse of cough and cold medicines in very young children.
- Do not use any other over-the-counter cough, cold, or allergy medication without first asking your doctor or pharmacist.
- Dextromethorphan may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
- Dextromethorphan may pass into breast milk and could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
- Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of dextromethorphan. This medication can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
- Avoid taking diet pills, caffeine pills, or other stimulants (such as ADHD medications) without your doctor’s advice.
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
- 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 .
Symptoms of Overdosage
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, NervousnessCommon Side-Effects
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen PainPHENYLEPHRINE : 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)
Technical Classification
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTSPHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:
- DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
- VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
Available Alternatives for SILKOF SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| SILKOF SYP | INR 50.5 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG, MENTHOL 0.1 MG/ML |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| ANTI CC SYP | INR 43.08 for 60 ML SYRUP | CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
| BAROHIST D 2MG/10MG/1MG SYP | INR 48.26 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| CODIMARC T SYP | INR 48 for 100 ML SYRUP | MENTHOL , CHLORPHENIRAMINE , CODEINE |
| COLDCIZ SYP | INR 34.28 for 60 ML SYRUP | PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG, MENTHOL |
| COZYMIN 1MG/1MG SYP | INR 38.5 for 60 ML SYRUP | CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
| DOTCOFF SYP | INR 44 for 60 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML |
| ENCET D PLUS SUSP | INR 39.9 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.5 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
| ESIRESP PLUS SYP | INR 49.5 for 100 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 10 MG/ML, AMBROXOL 3 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML |
| EVKOOL EYE DPS | INR 60 for 10 ML EYE DROP | CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.1 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V |
| EXCODIN SYP | INR 80 for 100 ML SYRUP | SODIUM CITRATE 75.0 MG, CODEINE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG |
| EXIL D SYP | INR 37.5 for 60 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG |
| FLUCOMB NEW SYP | INR 48.5 for 60 ML SYRUP | PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML |
| IMAZE EYE DPS | INR 70 for 10 ML EYE DROP | BORIC ACID 1.25 %W/V, SODIUM CHLORIDE 0.05 %W/V, ZINC SULPHATE MONOHYDRATE 0.012 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.1 %W/V, METHYLCELLULOSE 0.1 %W/V, CAMPHOR 0.0025 %W/V, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.01 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.0025 %W/V |
| KOLQ C PLUS SYP | INR 45 for 60 ML SYRUP | CHLORPHENIRAMINE , MENTHOL , PHENYLEPHRINE , SODIUM CITRATE , PARACETAMOL |
| MERITUS SYP | INR 58.3 for 60 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 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 |
| OCUREST AH DROPS | INR 33.86 for 10 ML EYE DROP | CAMPHOR 0.01 %W/V, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.1 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V |
| OCUREST AH EYE DPS | INR 54.6 for 10 ML EYE DROP | CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.1 %W/V, MENTHOL 0.005 %W/V, NAPHAZOLINE 0.05 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.12 %W/V |
| PLANOKUF COUGH SYP | INR 62 for 60 ML SYRUP | CODEINE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.3 MG/ML |
| REFID SYP | INR 65 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG |
| 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 |
| SARDINIL P SYP | INR 38.1 for 60 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG |
| SERVIL D SYP | INR 54.4 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 15.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG |
| SILKOF SYPUP | INR 54 for 100 ML SYRUP | DIPHENHYDRAMINE 2 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.1 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
| SINAREST AF SYPUP | INR 54.21 for 60 ML SYRUP | SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG |
| SINAREST PD SYP | INR 46.2 for 60 ML SYRUP | PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG |
| SINAREST PLUS SUSP | INR 55.8 for 60 ML SUSPENSION | PARACETAMOL 50 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 12 MG/ML, PHENYLEPHRINE 1 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
| SINAREST SYPUP | INR 55.31 for 60 ML SYRUP | PARACETAMOL 125.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 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 |
| THEOCOLD PLUS SYP | INR 51 for 60 ML SYRUP | PARACETAMOL 250.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 0.2 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, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML |
| TUSSNIL D SOLN | INR 34 for 50 ML SOLUTION | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG |
| TUSSNIL D SYP | INR 60 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5.0 MG, BROMHEXINE 4.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG |