Phenycof Syrup 100Ml (New)

COMPOSITION

Each 5ml of Phenycof Syrup contains Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride U.S.P. 13.5 mg. 

Alcohol 5 %v/v. With Ammonium Chloride, Sodium Citrate, Menthol, Sugar, Raspberry Flavor & Color agents in a Syrup base.  

INDICATIONS

Phenycof Syrup is indicated for the relief of cough and congestion due to minor throat and bronchial irritation that may occur with common cold, allergy, bronchitis or with inhaled irritants which can be relieved by the combination of a histamine H I -receptor antagonist and an anti-tussive. 

PHARMACOLOGY

Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride is an ethanolamine derivative with the properties and uses of antihistamines (H1 -receptor antagonists). It also has anti-emetic and anti-cholinergic properties. It is also used in cough mixtures. 

CONTRAINDICATIONS

Contraindicated in premature or newborn infants, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, glaucoma, prostatic hypertrophy, patients receiving MAO inhibitors. 

ADVERSE EFFECTS

The most common effect, caused to some extent by Phenycof is sedation which may diminish after a few days. Other side effects include gastro-intestinal disturbances such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation and epigastric pain. 

DRUG INTERACTIONS

Diphenhydramine briefly affects the absorption of baritone and sulphacetamide. 

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