Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine

Uses	Dry cough
Therapy	Cough Cold Preparation
Side Effects	Dryness in mouth, nose and throat, loss of appetite, stomach discomfort

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Molecule Description

Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine is a combination of chlorpheniramine and levodropropizine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic medicine that relieves the symptoms of allergy like irritation in the throat and nose, sneezing, running nose, etc, while levodropropizine is a cough suppressant. Both these medicines provide relief in dry cough. Sleepiness is one of the common side effects of Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine. Avoid driving or handling machinery after taking this medicine.

Uses

Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine is used to treat dry cough.

Contraindications

When should one not use Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine

If you are allergic to chlorpheniramine, levodropropizine or any ingredient of Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine.
If you have a severe liver disorder.
If you are suffering from cough with excessive discharge (sputum).

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Sleepiness
Feeling sick, vomiting
Headache
Increased congestion in the chest
Dryness in mouth, nose and throat
Loss of appetite
Weakness
Abdominal discomfort
Spinning like sensation in the head (dizziness)

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

You should not take Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine during pregnancy unless needed and prescribed by a doctor.

Breast Feeding

Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine has been reported to pass into breast milk in small amounts. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you breastfeed your child.

Driving

Do not drive if you are taking Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine as it can make you sleepy and affect your alertness.

Alcohol

You should avoid alcohol intake when taking Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine as it may add on to the side effects like sleepiness and dizziness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have or have ever had asthma or any other lung disease.
You have difficulty in urinating (due to enlarged prostate).
You have glaucoma (raised pressure in the eye).
You have high blood pressure or any disease of the heart.
You have or ever had fits (seizures).
You have an overactive thyroid or you are diabetic.
You are scheduled for surgery or any dental problem.
You are pregnant or breastfeeding your baby.
You are above 65 years or below 2 years of age.
You are suffering from kidney disease, liver disease or stomach/ intestinal problems (ulcers/ blockage).
Tell your doctor about all ongoing treatments and medicines.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Chlorpheniramine is an anti-allergic medicine that blocks the action of histamine, a naturally occurring substance in the body responsible for causing the allergy.
Levodropropizine acts by suppressing a cough. Together this combination offers relief in dry cough. It does not treat the underlying disease but offers relief in the symptoms of dry cough and allergy.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

There is limited information available on the interaction of Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine with other medicines. However, as this medicine contains chlorpheniramine and levodropropizine, any interactions seen with these two components when taken alone may occur with this combination.
Concomitant use of this medicine along with any other medicine that makes you sleepy( for example, other anti-allergic medicines, medicines used to treat some mental conditions and opioids painkillers) may add to the effect of sleepiness.
Tell your doctor about all prescription, non-prescription medicines or herbal supplements that you may be taking.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine, then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed taking any dose of this medicine, then take it as soon as you remember. If it's already time for the next dose, then skip the missed dose and follow the regular dosing schedule.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Yes, Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine can make you sleepy. Avoid driving or using heavy machinery while taking this medicine.

No, you should never take Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine if you are asthmatic. Consult your doctor and take proper asthma treatment. Do not self medicate.

Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine only acts as a suppressant of dry cough. It will not treat any kind of infection in your throat. Consult your doctor as you may need antibiotics or other medicines for its treatment.

Consult your doctor and follow the prescription. Prevent your throat from drying by sipping lukewarm water frequently. Try steam inhalation or warm saline (water and salt solution) gargles.

Sugar content can vary between products. Check the product label or ask your doctor or pharmacist, especially if you have diabetes.

Levodropropizine+Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine is used to treat dry cough.