Dextus 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.

Dextus Syrup is a combination of first generation H1 antihistaminics, sympathomimetic agonist, and cough suppressant medicines.

Uses of Dextus Syrup

Dry cough

Benefits of Dextus 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. Dextus 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 Dextus Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Dextus 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 Dextus

Nausea
Upset stomach
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Palpitations
Sleepiness
High blood pressure

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

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dextus 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 Dextus Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

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

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

UNSAFE

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

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Dextus Syrup

₹24/Syrup

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Quick tips

Dextus Syrup

Dextus 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.
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.

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What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Samdani

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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

Diabetology

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

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References

Drugs.com. Chlorpheniramine, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan. [Accessed 18 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Dextus Syrup

Introduction of Dextus Syrup

Uses of Dextus Syrup

Benefits of Dextus Syrup

In Dry cough

Side effects of Dextus Syrup

Common side effects of Dextus

How to use Dextus Syrup

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Dextus Syrup

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Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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