Shortwin DR Oral Suspension

Last Updated: December 15th, 2025

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension is a product of Orsis Pharmaceuticals

Composition: Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (100mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (4mg/5ml)

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All Details About Shortwin DR Oral Suspension

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Shortwin DR Oral Suspension

Description:

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also thins the mucus and makes it easier to cough out. Increaseitionally, it relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, and throat irritation.

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension 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, diarrhea, upset stomach, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, insomnia, rash, and itching. 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 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 sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Earlier you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Uses:

Dry cough

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Shortwin DR Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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

Ordinary side effects of Shortwin DR

Nausea
Stomach pain
Diarrhea
Agitated stomach
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Dizziness
Headache
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Rash
Hives
Itching
Sleepiness

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Shortwin DR Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension 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

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Huger doses or prolonged use of Shortwin DR Oral Suspension may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby

Driving

UNSAFE

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Shortwin DR Oral Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Shortwin DR Oral Suspension may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.

Liver

UNSAFE

Shortwin DR Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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