Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml
About Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml
Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml contains an anti-tussive (relieve cough) medication primarily used to treat dry cough. A cough is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat.
Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough.
The most common side effects of Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml are dizziness, drowsiness, sleepiness, confusion, and nausea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml. Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml should be given to children only if prescribed by the doctor. Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Let your doctor know if you are taking any prescription/non-prescription drugs or herbal products before starting Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml.
Uses of Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml
Medicinal Benefits
Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml is primarily used to treat dry cough. Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml contains Dextromethorphan hydrobromide, a cough suppressant. It works by blocking the cough receptor present in the brain, which is known to cause cough. Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml is generally prescribed for short-term treatment of dry cough.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml if you are allergic to any of the contents. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before starting Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml. If your condition does not improve or you have a recurring cough with fever, rash, please visit the doctor immediately, as this could be serious. Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml should be taken at least 15 days after the last dose of anti-depressants, especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO), as taking both together may be fatal.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml may interact with MAO inhibitor (isocarboxazid, phenelzine, rasagiline, selegiline, tranylcypromine), anti-arrhythmic medications (amiodarone, propafenone, quinidine and flecainide), opioid analgesics (codeine, tramadol, morphine, methadone), anti-anxiety medications (fluoxetine, paroxetine, sertraline) and anti-fungal (terbinafine).
Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have lung disease, depression, or anxiety, inform your doctor before taking Benadryl DR Syrup, 50 ml.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Dry cough: It is a reflex action that helps to clear any foreign irritant or mucus in the throat. Mostly cough lasts for a short time (two to three weeks), so it is acute. But sometimes, if it is persistent for more than eight weeks, it can lead to chronic cough. The most common causes of cough are cold/flu, asthma, emphysema, and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).