Dextrim
400mg+200mg+50mg/1Rx৳ 100/unit
Pack: ৳ 100
৳ 100/unit
Pack: ৳ 100
At a glance
Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine is a combination medicine used for the treatment of non-productive cough, cold, nasal congestion, and allergic symptoms.
Indications
- Non-productive cough
- Cold and nasal congestion
- Sneezing and itching of nose or throat
- Itchy, watery eyes
Pharmacology
Dextromethorphan is a safe, effective, non-narcotic antitussive agent which has a central action on the cough centre in the medulla. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passage. Triprolidine is a potent competitive histamine H1-receptor antagonist which may cause drowsiness.
Dosage
Adults: 1 teaspoonful 4 times a day.
Children (>12 years): 1 teaspoonful 4 times a day.
Children (6-12 years): ½ teaspoonful 4 times a day.
Side effects
Rare: Drowsiness, excitability (especially in children). Prostatic enlargement could be an important predisposing factor.
Use in pregnancy
No specific data on use during pregnancy.
Pregnancy Category: N/A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
May cause drowsiness; do not drive or operate machinery. Avoid alcohol or other centrally acting sedatives. Caution in hypertension, heart disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, elevated intraocular pressure, prostatic enlargement. Do not use for persistent or chronic cough.
Overdose effects
No adequate information on overdose is available.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool & dry place, protected from light.