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FAQs About EXIPLON DM SYRUP
Q: What EXIPLON DM SYRUP is used?
A: EXIPLON DM SYRUP is used to relieve cough due to throat or bronchial irritation, sneezing and running nose caused by cold, dry cough, allergic cough, post-operative cough, smokers cough, and night-time cough. It is also used to manage hay fever or upper respiratory allergies such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy, watery eyes, and itching of the nose and throat. Contact your doctor before taking.
Q: How does EXIPLON DM SYRUP work?
A: EXIPLON DM SYRUP helps to manage cough, where chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that works by blocking the histamine H1 receptor and managing the release of histamine (which normally produces symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose), and dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by acting on the cough center in the brain. Together, they relieve coughs effectively.
Q: What are the possible side effects of taking EXIPLON DM SYRUP?
A: The most common side effects of this medicine are sedation, somnolence, disturbance in attention, abnormal coordination, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, blurred vision, nausea, vomiting, dry mouth, abdominal discomfort, and fatigue. Contact your physician if any of the symptoms worsen.
Q: Does EXIPLON DM SYRUP cause sleepiness?
A: Yes. EXIPLON DM SYRUP causes sleepiness. Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any machines while you are feeling sleepy. Do not consume alcohol, as it can aggravate your sleepiness. Contact your doctor if your sleepiness does not improve.
Q: What if I forget to take a dose of EXIPLON DM SYRUP?
A: If you forget to take a dose of EXIPLON DM SYRUP, take it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next one. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the forgotten dose.
Q: Can I stop taking EXIPLON DM SYRUP?
A: Continue taking EXIPLON DM SYRUP until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, a worsening of your condition, or any new symptoms. Consult your doctor immediately for advice.
Q: Is EXIPLON DM SYRUP safe?
A: EXIPLON DM SYRUP is considered safe at doses prescribed by the physician. However, it may cause a few side effects, such as headaches, dizziness, abdominal discomfort, and fatigue, in some individuals. Contact your doctor if they bother you.
Q: Can I consume alcohol while taking EXIPLON DM SYRUP?
A: Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking EXIPLON DM SYRUP, as it may increase the risk of side effects.
Q: Is EXIPLON DM SYRUP safe during pregnancy?
A: EXIPLON DM SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in pregnancy. Contact your doctor before taking it.
Q: What precautions must be taken while using EXIPLON DM SYRUP?
A: Before taking EXIPLON DM SYRUP, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney, lung, heart disease, hypertension, epilepsy, glaucoma, urinary retention, prostatic enlargement, pyloroduodenal obstruction, thyrotoxicosis, and diabetes.
Q: Who should not use EXIPLON DM SYRUP?
A: EXIPLON DM SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with or at risk of developing respiratory failure (Ex. chronic obstructive airways disease, pneumonia, or an exacerbation of asthma), confusion, or rare hereditary problems like fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption, and sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency. Contact your doctor before taking it.
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