PRODUCT DETAILS

About Becodryl Syrup

AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE belongs to a class of medications called ‘expectorants’ used to treat cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: Dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

Uses of Becodryl Syrup

Cough

Medicinal Benefits of Becodryl Syrup

AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE contains Ammonium chloride, Diphenhydramine, Sodium citrate and menthol used to treat cough. Ammonium chloride is an expectorant that increases the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from airways. Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, it helps to cough out easily. Menthol is a cooling agent that produces a cooling sensation and provides relief from minor throat irritation.

Directions for Use

Take AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE with or without food as advised by your doctor. AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE should be taken by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.

Side Effects of Becodryl Syrup

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Nervousness
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE is not recommended for children below 2 years of age unless advised by a doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE. AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE should be used with caution in elderly patients due to increased risk of side effects. Avoid using AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. If you have asthma, inform your doctor before taking AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE. Drive only if you are alert as AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE may cause dizziness. You are recommended to avoid alcohol consumption with AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE as it may increase drowsiness or dizziness. Drink plenty of fluids while taking AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE to loosen mucus.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

AMMONIUM CHLORIDE+DIPHENHYDRAMINE+MENTHOL+SODIUM CITRATE may interact with a blood thinner (warfarin), antibiotic (chloramphenicol), medicines containing propantheline or metoclopramide, anticonvulsants (pregabalin).