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Product introduction

Sunray SF Syrup is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by directly suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also produces a cool sensation and relieves minor throat irritation as well as provides relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing.

Sunray SF Syrup should be used in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Check the label before use. Do not take this medicine more than the recommended dose. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicine or have any known allergy from this medicine.

The common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, headache, and sleepiness. If these symptoms persist for a longer duration, please consult your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or suffering from any other disease.

Uses of Sunray Syrup

Benefits of Sunray 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. Sunray SF Syrup suppresses dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking Sunray SF Syrup, gargling with warm salt water, and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough. Sunray SF Syrup will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. Take it as prescribed by the doctor.

Side effects of Sunray 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 Sunray

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Impaired coordination
  • Itching
  • Skin rash
  • Restlessness
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Excitement

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

How Sunray Syrup works

Sunray SF Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Phenylephrine, Menthol, Diphenhydramine and Chlorpheniramine Maleate. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. Diphenhydramine and Chlorpheniramine are antiallergics which relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sunray SF Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sunray SF 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sunray SF Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Larger doses or prolonged use of Sunray SF Syrup may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby
Driving
UNSAFE
Sunray SF 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
Sunray SF Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sunray SF Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Sunray SF Syrup may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sunray SF Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sunray SF Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Sunray Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Sunray SF 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

  • Sunray SF 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 a cough for more than 7 days.
  • 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.

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Patient concerns

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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
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References

  1. Drugs.com. Menthol. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Drugs.com. Diphenhydramine. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Drugs.com. Chlorpheniramine. [Accessed 26 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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