Colfrin Syrup

Last Updated: July 22nd, 2023

Colfrin Syrup is a product of Dynamic Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Composition: Phenylpropanolamine (12.5mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)

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All Details About Colfrin Syrup

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Colfrin Syrup

Description:

Colfrin Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.

Colfrin 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 healthcare team 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, upset stomach, insomnia, palpitations, and high blood pressure. 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 worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Retain it out of reach of children. 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 or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses:

Dry cough

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Colfrin

Nausea
Agitated stomach
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Palpitations
Sleepiness
High blood pressure

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:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Colfrin Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Colfrin 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 feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Colfrin Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Colfrin Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Colfrin Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Colfrin Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Colfrin Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

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Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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