Dexcof Syrup 60 ml

Uses

Phenylpropanolamine is generally used in treatment of the treatment of allergy symptoms.

Side Effects

• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Nausea
• Palpitations
• Systemic hypertension (high blood pressure)

How to use

Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. For directions before use, please check the label. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Phenylpropanolamine is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.

How it works

Phenylpropanolamine belongs to a class of drugs called nasal decongestants. It stimulates receptors on blood vessels in the nose and sinuses leading to its constriction and reduction in blood flow thereby relieving congestion..

Faqs

Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine the same as phenylephrine?
Phenylpropanolamine and phenylephrine are different drugs belonging to the same class of medications (nasal decongestants). Both are used to relieve blocked nose or sinuses caused by common cold and seasonal nasal allergies (hay fever)

Q. Does Phenylpropanolamine cause stroke?
Phenylpropanolamine has shown to increase the risk of hemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain). Women are at a higher risk.

Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine a controlled substance?
Phenylpropanolamine is a controlled substance since it can be used for manufacturing of illegal drugs

Q. Is Phenylpropanolamine still on the market?
Phenylpropanolamine is banned in India due to increased risk of haemorrhagic stroke (bleeding in the brain) and is no longer marketed in India

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