Indications - This preparation is indicated for the symptomatic relief of upper respiratory tract disorders accompanied by non-productive cough which benefits from the administration of a nasal decongestant, a histamine H1-receptor antagonist and an antitussive combination.
Dosage & Administration - Adults & Children over 12 years: 1 teaspoonful 4 times a day. 6-12 years : 1/2 teaspoonful 4 times a day. A physician's advice should be obtained before administering this combination to children less than 6 years.
Side Effects - Side effects of Dextromethorphan appears to be rare and may include drowsiness. Prostatic enlargement could have been an important predisposing factor.
Contraindications - This combination is contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to Dextromethorphan, Phenylephrine or Triprolidine as well as in persons under treatment with Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor within 2 weeks of stopping such treatment.
Others - Pregnancy & Lactation There are no specific data on use of this combination during pregnancy & lactation
Dextrim Syrup
- Brand Name - Dextrim Syrup
- Generic Name - Dextromethorphan + Phenylephrine + Triprolidine
- Doges From - Syrup
- Strength - 20 mg+10 mg+2.5 mg
- Pack Size - 100 ml
- Manufacture - Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd
