PRODUCT DETAILS

About Codylex DX Syrup

CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE belongs to a class of medication called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat cough due to runny nose, sneezing, and throat irritation. 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. 

CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is a combination of two drugs, namely: Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorphenamine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  Dextromethorphan hydrobromide blocks the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Together, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE helps to relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms. 

Uses of Codylex DX Syrup

Cough 

Medicinal Benefits of Codylex DX Syrup

CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE is a combination of two drugs: Chlorphenamine maleate (antihistamine) and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide (cough suppressant). Chlorphenamine maleate belongs to the class of antihistamines or anti-allergic that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide belongs to the class of cough suppressants that block the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, together CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE helps to relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms. 

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE with or without food in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Side Effects of Codylex DX Syrup

• Dry mouth, throat or nose
• Drowsiness
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Restlessness

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you are allergic to any of the contents. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE. Avoid using CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. It is advised to seek medical help if the cough does not go away or if it is followed by a high fever, skin rash, or persistent headache. CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision in some patients; therefore, drive only if you are alert. CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE should not be used in elderly patients with confusion. Avoid alcohol consumption along with CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE as it might cause increased dizziness.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE+DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), antidepressants (escitalopram, desvenlafaxine, vilazodone).