Pedicloryl Syrup 30ml

Introduction About PEDICLORYL SYRUP

PEDICLORYL SYRUP contains Triclofos which belongs to the group of medicines called Sedative and Hypnotics. It is used for insomnia, recurrent colic with persistent crying, excitability, restlessness and convulsions in children. It is also used to provide sedation (calming down effect) in states of tension and anxiety and before any medical procedure. During management with PEDICLORYL SYRUP, your doctor may want to monitor your child’s respiration rate, heart rate, oxygen saturation level in the blood.

PEDICLORYL SYRUP is not recommended for use if your child’s is allergic to Triclofos, chloral hydrate or any other ingredients and have porphyria (blood disorder). PEDICLORYL SYRUP should be taken with caution since prolonged use of this medicine may cause dependence.

Before giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP inform your doctor if your child has any liver, kidney, respiratory and heart diseases to avoid unwanted side effects. The most common side effects of taking PEDICLORYL SYRUP includes nausea, vomiting, tiredness, drowsiness, impaired coordination. Consult doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or persists for a longer duration.

Uses Of PEDICLORYL SYRUP

It is used in children to manage:

• insomnia
• recurrent colic with persistent crying
• excitability, restlessness
• convulsions

How PEDICLORYL SYRUP Works

PEDICLORYL SYRUP contains Triclofos that has sedative and hypnotic effects. It helps to provide adequate sleep and relaxation by suppressing the brain centres that are responsible for keeping awake and anxious.

How to use PEDICLORYL SYRUP

Give PEDICLORYL SYRUP exactly as advised by your doctor. Shake well before use. It can be taken with or without food. Do not stop giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP before doctor’s advice. Your doctor will decide the correct duration for your child depending upon the age, body weight and severity of present condition.

Side Effects Of PEDICLORYL SYRUP

How To Manage Side Effects

Nausea And Vomiting

Avoid giving fried and greasy food. Give simple, light, small meals at frequent intervals. Keep your child hydrated by giving lots of fluids.

Warning & Precautions

Driving and Using Machines

Use with Caution

Children should be cautioned against riding a bicycle or playing near a road. Consult your doctor before giving the medicine.

Kidney

Use with Caution

PEDICLORYL SYRUP should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney impairment. Consult your doctor for advice.

Liver

Use with Caution

PEDICLORYL SYRUP should be used with caution in patients suffering from liver impairment. Consult your doctor for advice.

Allergy

Contraindicated

Do not give PEDICLORYL SYRUP if your child is allergic to Triclofos, chloral hydrate or any other ingredients of this medicine.

Lungs

Use with Caution

PEDICLORYL SYRUP should be used with caution in patients who are weak and with reduced respiratory function as there is a chance of developing respiratory depression. Consult your doctor for advice.

Heart Disease

Use with Caution

PEDICLORYL SYRUP should be taken in caution in patients with impaired heart function (serious heart diseases) and arrhythmias (irregular heart rate). Consult your doctor for advice.

Use In Pediatrics

Consult your doctor

Your doctor will prescribe the right dose, duration depending on your child’s age, body weight and health condition. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.

Interactions

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP inform your doctor if your child taking following medicines:

• medicine used to manage sleeplessness (Ex. chloral hydrate)
• medicines which delay or manage clotting called anticoagulants (Ex. warfarin)
• medicines used for mental problems (Ex. chlorpromazine, promazine)
• medicines containing alcohol (Ex. cough syrups)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more of PEDICLORYL SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.   

Synopsis

More Information

• Keep PEDICLORYL SYRUP out of reach of children
• Store at room temperature

FAQs About PEDICLORYL SYRUP

Q: What is PEDICLORYL SYRUP used for?

A: It is used for insomnia, recurrent colic with persistent crying, excitability, restlessness and convulsions in children. It is also used to provide sedation (calming down effect) in states of tension and anxiety and before any medical procedure.

Q: How does PEDICLORYL SYRUP works?

A: PEDICLORYL SYRUP contains Triclofos which has sedative and hypnotic effects. It helps to provide adequate sleep and relaxation by suppressing the brain centres that are responsible for keeping you awake and anxious.

Q: How to take PEDICLORYL SYRUP?

A: Give PEDICLORYL SYRUP exactly as advised by your doctor. Shake well before use. It can be taken with or without food. Do not stop giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP before doctor’s advice. Your doctor will decide the correct duration for your child depending upon the age, body weight and severity of present condition.

Q: What are the possible side effects of giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP?

A: The most common side effects of taking PEDICLORYL SYRUP includes nausea, vomiting, tiredness, drowsiness, impaired coordination. Consult doctor if any of the symptoms worsen or persists for a longer duration.

Q: What all conditions I should inform my doctor prior start management with PEDICLORYL SYRUP?

A: Before giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP inform your doctor if your child has any liver, kidney, respiratory and heart diseases, sugar intolerance, fits, diabetes, porphyria to avoid unwanted side effects.

Q: What happens if I stop giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP without doctor’s advice?

A: There is a chance of developing withdrawal symptoms if you stop giving PEDICLORYL SYRUP by your own. Symptoms includes anxiety, confusions, fits, shaking. In case of discontinuing administration, carefully reduce dosage gradually as per your doctors advise.

References

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Useful Diagnostic Tests

• ECG
• Respiratory monitoring

Author Details

Written By Dr. Janet.C - Pharm.D

Reviewed For Accuracy By Dr. Aravindan Balachandran - MBBS, MD (Psychiatry)

Last updated on 29 Mar 2023 | 03:13 PM(IST)