Galirex Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.

Galirex 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, dryness in the mouth, stomach upset, nervousness, insomnia, restlessness, headache, and fatigue. 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 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 you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Galirex Syrup

Dry cough

Benefits of Galirex Syrup

In Dry cough

A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Galirex Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Galirex Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Galirex 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 Galirex

Nausea
Dryness in mouth
Upset stomach
Nervousness
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Restlessness
Dizziness
Headache
Fatigue
Sleepiness

How to use Galirex 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. Galirex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Galirex Syrup works

Galirex Syrup is a combination of three medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Galirex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Galirex 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

Galirex Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Galirex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Galirex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Galirex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Galirex Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Galirex Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Galirex 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

Galirex Syrup is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any anti-depressants.
Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

User feedback

What are you using Galirex Syrup for?

Dry cough

92%

Others

Nasal congest*

*Nasal congestion (blocked nose)

How much was the improvement?

Poor

47%

Average

40%

Excellent

13%

What were the side-effects while using Galirex Syrup?

No Side Effec*

67%

Dryness in mo*

33%

*No Side Effect, Dryness in mouth

How do you take Galirex Syrup?

With food

100%

Please rate Galirex Syrup on price

Average

78%

Expensive

22%

Top Physicians

4.3 ★

4.2 ★

4.1 ★

Dr. Jai Bhagwan Bansal

MBBS, MD, Fellowship, Fellowship, Fellowship

4.6 ★

Dr. Khoobsurat Najma

MBBS

4.9 ★

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