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Overview
ZINKAR DPS is a Schedule H drug.ZINKAR DPS is composed of: SULPHACETAMIDE (1.5 %W/V), BORIC ACID (0.1 %W/V), PHENYLEPHRINE (0.1 %W/V), ZINC SULPHATE MONOHYDRATE (0.1 %W/V)
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.
Usage
PHENYLEPHRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal CongestionFrequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
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
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
Common Side-Effects
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)Technical Classification
PHENYLEPHRINE is categorized as:- DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
- VASOPRESSORS / CARDIOVASCULAR AGENTS
Available Alternatives
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| PHENOSULF EYE DPS | INR 46 for 10 ML EYE DROP | SULPHACETAMIDE 15.0 %, BORIC ACID 2.0 %, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.0 %, ZINC SULPHATE MONOHYDRATE 0.1 % |
| ZINKAR DPS | INR 49 for 10 ML DROP | SULPHACETAMIDE 1.5 %W/V, BORIC ACID 0.1 %W/V, PHENYLEPHRINE 0.1 %W/V, ZINC SULPHATE MONOHYDRATE 0.1 %W/V |