Chlorpheniramine + Levodropropizine

Dosage Forms Available

• CHLORPHENIRAMINE + LEVODROPROPIZINE is available for oral use in the form of tablets, syrup and drops. The oral route is the most common way to administer this medicine, allowing it to act directly on the respiratory tract and systemic circulation.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medicine is suitable for both adult and paediatric patients. It is recommended for use in children above the age of two years.

Contraindications

• CHLORPHENIRAMINE + LEVODROPROPIZINE is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to either chlorpheniramine or levodropropizine. It should also not be used in cases of acute asthma attack, narrow-angle glaucoma, peptic ulcer disease, severe hypertension, coronary artery disease, and in breastfeeding women.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination can interact with other antiallergy medications (such as diphenhydramine, cetirizine), cough suppressants, cold remedies (such as pseudoephedrine), sedatives (like diazepam, temazepam), antidepressants (like fluoxetine, sertraline), muscle relaxants (such as baclofen), medicines for Parkinson's disease (like selegiline), motion sickness medicines (like meclizine), irritable bowel syndrome medications (such as dicyclomine), and antibiotics like erythromycin or ketoconazole.

Overdose and Missed Dose

• Overdosing on this medicine may lead to symptoms such as extreme sleepiness, confusion, weakness, ringing in ears, blurred vision, large pupils, dry mouth and flushing. In severe cases, breathing problems, collapse, and coma may occur. Seek immediate medical help if you suspect an overdose.

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. But if it is close to the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular dosing schedule.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• Drinking plenty of water may help manage some side effects such as dry mouth, constipation, and thirst.

• Taking this medicine with meals may help reduce gastric side effects.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may cause drowsiness and impaired concentration. You should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you know how this medicine affects you.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The use of CHLORPHENIRAMINE + LEVODROPROPIZINE during pregnancy should be considered only if clearly needed. Both medicines are secreted in breast milk - use cautiously in lactation. Always consult your doctor before starting this medication during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), cardiovascular disease, hypertension, glaucoma, urinary retention or prostatic hypertrophy should exercise caution while taking CHLORPHENIRAMINE + LEVODROPROPIZINE.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• For managing dry cough symptoms, it could be helpful to stay well-hydrated by drinking plenty of water.

• A humidifier may also help moisten your nasal passages and throat, making you more comfortable.

• If you have allergies causing symptoms such as runny nose or sneezing, it is advisable to avoid exposure to allergens whenever possible.

• Regular cleaning of your living area can also help reduce allergens such as dust mites.