Epharyl Syrup
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Product introduction
Epharyl Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Epharyl Syrup 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 healthcare team 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, increased heart rate, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia. 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 may also cause dizziness and 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 worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Epharyl Syrup 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 healthcare team 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, increased heart rate, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia. 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 may also cause dizziness and 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 worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Uses of Epharyl Syrup
Benefits of Epharyl Syrup
In Cough
Epharyl Syrup gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. Epharyl Syrup also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of Epharyl Syrup
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
Common side effects of Epharyl
- Nausea
- Sleepiness
- Increased heart rate
- Anxiety
- Restlessness
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
How to use Epharyl Syrup
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. Epharyl Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Epharyl Syrup works
Epharyl Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Citric Acid, Ephedrine and Chlorpheniramine Maleate. Citric Acid is a natural substance that helps relieve mild cough. Ephedrine is a decongestant which works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose, thereby reducing swelling and congestion. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Epharyl Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Epharyl Syrup 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Epharyl Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Epharyl Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Epharyl Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Epharyl Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Epharyl Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Use of Epharyl Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Epharyl Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Epharyl Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Epharyl Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Epharyl Syrup is prescribed to get relief from cough.
- Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
- In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
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- Drugs.com. Ephedrine. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Drugs.com. Chlorpheniramine . [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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