Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate
About Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate is a respiratory medication, primarily used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergies. The common cold is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs or talks. Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens', which releases 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat, etc.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate consists of four medicines, namely: Chlorpheniramine maleate(anti-allergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Sodium Citrate (mucolytic), and Menthol (organic compound). Chlorpheniramine maleate belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also provides temporary relief from sneezing, watery and itchy eyes, and runny nose caused by hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. It is a vasoconstrictor (narrows blood vessels) and is used as a cardiotonic (favourable effect on the heart) agent. Sodium Citrate is a 'mucolytic agent' that makes sputum less viscous and easier to cough out. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.
Take Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate with or without food as advised by your doctor. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, headache, and sleepiness. Most of these side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate 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 allergic to Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disorders, stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, and urinary problems, please inform your doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate. If you are pregnant or planning to conceive, it is advised to tell your doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate. Do not use Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor's advice as it may be excreted into breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate is not recommended for children below four years of age.
Uses of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate
Medicinal Benefits
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate is a respiratory medication, primarily used to treat symptoms of common cold and allergies. Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate consists of four medicines: Chlorpheniramine maleate (anti-allergic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Sodium Citrate (mucolytic), and Menthol (organic compound). Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine agent (anti-allergic) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It also provides temporary relief from sneezing, watery and itchy eyes and runny nose caused by hay fever and other upper respiratory allergies. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. It is a vasoconstrictor (narrows blood vessels) and is used as a cardiotonic (favourable effect on heart) agent. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Menthol is an organic compound that produces a cooling sensation and relieves throat irritation.
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Side Effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Sleepiness/drowsiness.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Common cold: It is a respiratory illness that affects the nose and throat and is caused by viruses known as 'rhinoviruses'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth or eyes and spreads easily through air droplets when a sick person sneezes, coughs or talks.
Allergy is an immune response produced by the body in response to 'allergens', which release 'histamines' into the blood. Histamines are the chemicals released into the body due to this immune response and cause a stuffy nose, watery eyes, itching nose/throat etc.
FAQs
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate treats symptoms of common cold and allergies and consists of Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine, Sodium Citrate, and Menthol. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine (a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions). Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the nasal blood vessels. Sodium citrate is a cough thinner that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Menthol is a cooling agent that relieves minor irritation in the throat due to allergy and provides a cooling sensation.
Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate should preferably be used after taking your meal to decrease the occurrence of side effects. Please follow your doctor's advice on how you should use this medicine.
Inform your doctor before taking Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate, if you have any high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart disorders, stomach ulcers, overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), enlarged prostate gland, epilepsy, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver and urinary problems.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Store Chlorpheniramine Maleate+menthol+phenylephrine+sodium Citrate according to the instructions on the leaflet and away from direct sunlight. Do not freeze and dispose of unused medicine. Keep it out of reach from pets and children.
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