Finacof 100ml Syrup
5mg+6.25mg+5mlOTC৳ 70/unit
Pack: ৳ 70
৳ 70/unit
Pack: ৳ 70
At a glance
Phenylephrine + Promethazine is a combination syrup used for temporary relief of upper respiratory symptoms, including nasal congestion, associated with allergy or the common cold.
Indications
- Upper respiratory symptoms including nasal congestion associated with allergy or common cold
Pharmacology
Phenylephrine is an α-adrenergic agonist that constricts nasal mucosal blood vessels to relieve nasal congestion. Promethazine is an H1 receptor antagonist that reduces allergic reactions and provides sedative and antiemetic effects.
Dosage
Adults and ≥12 years: 1 teaspoonful (5 mL) every 4-6 hours; max 6 teaspoonfuls (30 mL)/24 hours
6-12 years: ½-1 teaspoonful (2.5-5 mL) every 4-6 hours; max 6 teaspoonfuls (30 mL)/24 hours
2-6 years: ¼-½ teaspoonful (1.25-2.5 mL) every 4-6 hours
Under 2 years: Not recommended
Side effects
Side Effects:
- Drowsiness/sedation
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Blurred vision
- Confusion
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Increased or decreased blood pressure
- Rash
- Photosensitivity
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Pregnancy Category C; use only if clearly needed.
Pregnancy Category: C — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- May impair driving ability; do not drive if drowsy or dizzy
- Alcohol, narcotic analgesics, sedatives, hypnotics, TCAs, tranquilizers: Additive sedative effects
- Caution in cardiovascular disease, hypertension
- Caution in liver function impairment
- May lower seizure threshold
- Caution in narrow-angle glaucoma, stenosing peptic ulcer, prostatic hypertrophy
Overdose effects
Overdose: From mild CNS and cardiovascular depression to profound hypotension, respiratory depression, unconsciousness, sudden death, hypertension, headache, convulsions, cerebral hemorrhage, and vomiting. Treatment: Activated charcoal; sodium or magnesium sulfate as a cathartic.
Storage conditions
Do not store above 30°C; keep away from light; keep out of reach of children.