Nicophen

Composition for Nicophen Products

Nicophen Products are primarily used for

Allergic conditions, Respiratory disease with excessive mucus, Skin conditions with inflammation & itching

About Nicophen Products

Uses of Nicophen Products

Pheniramine is used in the treatment of allergic conditions, respiratory disease with excessive mucus, skin conditions with inflammation & itching and Meniere's disease.

Nicophen Products side effects

Common

Side Effect of Nicophen is Sedation.

How Nicophen Products work

Pheniramine is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine). This relieves symptoms of severe allergic reactions due to insect bite/sting, certain medicines, hives (rashes, swelling, etc).

Patient Concerns about Nicophen Products

Frequently asked questions about Nicophen Products

Frequently asked questions about Pheniramine

Q. Can I take paracetamol with Nicophen 22.75mg Injection?
Yes, paracetamol can be taken with Nicophen 22.75mg Injection. They are used together in conditions when the patient has a fever along with symptoms of allergy (like running nose, tearing of eyes etc).
Q. Can Nicophen 22.75mg Injection cause sleep?
Nicophen 22.75mg Injection has strong sleep-inducing effects. It is therefore not prescribed if a person is involved in any work that requires mental alertness.
Q. Can Nicophen 22.75mg Injection cause weight loss?
No, Nicophen 22.75mg Injection is not known to cause weight loss.
Q. Are Nicophen 22.75mg Injection and chlorpheniramine same?
No, Nicophen 22.75mg Injection and Chlorpheniramine are not same. They are similar in chemical structure and both are older antihistaminics. Nicophen 22.75mg Injection does not contain chlorine in it whereas Chlorpheniramine does. However, both are used in the treatment of allergic conditions.
Q. Can I take vitamin C with Nicophen 22.75mg Injection?
Yes, vitamin C has a role in improving the immunity so it is given with Nicophen 22.75mg Injection for relieving the symptoms of common cold. No drug-drug interactions or any harmful effects have been reported when they are used together.
Q. Can the use of Nicophen 22.75mg Injection increase blood pressure?
Nicophen 22.75mg Injection does not cause an increase in blood pressure. Please consult your doctor if you have increased blood pressure after taking Nicophen 22.75mg Injection as it would require proper diagnosis and treatment.
Q. Is Nicophen 22.75mg Injection a steroid?
No, Nicophen 22.75mg Injection is not a steroid. It is an antihistaminic medicine used in the treatment of some allergic conditions.
Q. How is Nicophen 22.75mg Injection given?
Nicophen 22.75mg Injection is administered either slowly by intravenous route (1ml per minute) or intramuscularly.
Q. What is the dose of Nicophen 22.75mg Injection?
The dose of Nicophen 22.75mg Injection is 1-2 mL twice a day given intramuscularly or via slow intravenous injection.
Q. Can Nicophen 22.75mg Injection cause dry mouth?
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
Q. Does Nicophen 22.75mg Injection cause drowsiness?
Yes, Nicophen 22.75mg Injection causes drowsiness. Both the dosage and the time of administration should be carefully considered in patients whose activities (e.g., driving a vehicle or operating machinery) demand special concentration.
Q. Can Nicophen 22.75mg Injection be given to patients with severe liver disease?
Pheniramine present in Nicophen 22.75mg Injection is metabolised in the liver. Thus, your doctor will consider dose adjustments in case you have severe liver disease.

Products for Nicophen

Nicophen 22.75mg Injection
vial of 2 ml Injection
MRP
2.16
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