Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for SOVENTUS-D SYR and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Disease Interactions
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for SOVENTUS-D SYR
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Overview
SOVENTUS-D SYR is a Schedule H drug.SOVENTUS-D SYR is composed of: AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE (20 MG), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (2 MG), DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE (2 MG/ML)
Ambroxol hydrochloride promotes mucus clearence, facilitates expectoration and eases productive cough
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
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.
Usage
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Acute Bronchitis, Bronchospasm CoughAMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Thick Saliva Or Mucus, Throat Soreness
CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
CHLORPHENIRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is generally used to treat: Runny Nose And Dry Cough
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can address symptoms like: Cough
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
How Do I Take It?
SOVENTUS-D SYR is generally taken After Food.Precautions for SOVENTUS-D SYR and its Constituents
Diabetic, Asthma patients should take advice from Dr.
- 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 .
- 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.
Symptoms of Overdosage
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, VomitDEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE over-dosage can result in: Eyes Blurred Vision, Confusion, Difficulty Urinating, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Breathing, Restless Or Irritability, Nervousness
Common Side-Effects
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Stomach Pain, Allergic Dermatitis, Nausea, VomitCHLORPHENIRAMINE : 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)
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE : Confusion, Constipation, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain
Serious Side-Effects
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : DiarrhoeaDisease Interactions
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE can interfere with: Depression, Psychosis, ParkinsonismTechnical Classification
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTSCHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is categorized as: ANTITUSSIVES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
Available Alternatives for SOVENTUS-D SYR
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
SOVENTUS-D SYR | INR 39.5 for 60ML SYRUP | AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 20 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 2 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE | |
DILO-DX SYR | INR 46 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4 MG |
EPHEDREX SYR | INR 21.76 for 60 ML | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
GLYCODIN SYR | INR 55 for 50 ML | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, TERPIN HYDRATE 10 MG, MENTHOL 0.75 MG/ML |
GRILINCTUS SYR | INR 56.33 for 100 ML SYP | GUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 12 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG |
KUFRID SYR | INR 40 for 100 ML | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 50 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 MG, MENTHOL 0.5 MG/ML |
LOREX SYR | INR 48 for 100 ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 50 MG, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML |
PROTUSSA SYR | INR 77 for 60 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 1 MG |
RECODEX SYP | INR 21 for 60ML SYRUP | AMMONIUM CHLORIDE 10 MG/ML, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 MG |
RESPIRA-D SYR | INR 31.55 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG |
SEDOSOLVIN SUSP | INR 24 for 100 ML SUSPENSION | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 5 MG, BROMHEXINE HYDROCHLORIDE 4 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML |
SILKOF SYP | INR 50.5 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2 MG, MENTHOL 0.1 MG/ML |
SUDIN D SYP | INR 80 for 100 ML SYRUP | DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE 10 MG, PHENYLEPHRINE 5 MG, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 1.6 MG/ML |