Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Actifed DM Syrup
Description:
Actifed DM Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling (in eyes, nose, throat), and congestion in the nose.
Actifed DM Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, stomach pain, constipation, dryness in mouth, skin rash, itching, and blurred vision. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Retain it out of reach of children as an overdose of this medicine can be dangerous. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Earlier taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Actifed DM
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Dryness in mouth
- Skin rash
- Itching
- Blurred vision
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Actifed DM Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Actifed DM Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Actifed DM Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Actifed DM Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Actifed DM Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Actifed DM Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Actifed DM Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
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