Corex Dx Bottle Of 100ml Syrup
Medical Description
Corex Dx syrup is used for temporary relief of cough due to throat irritation, sneezing & running nose. It is a combination medicine chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic medicine, whereas dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.
You should avoid taking the Corex Dx syrup along with medicines used to treat your psychiatric illness, as it may worsen your condition. It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.
Nausea, upset stomach, and rash are the most common side effects. The majority of these are temporary and usually go away with time. If you are concerned about any of these side effects, contact your doctor right away. Norvent D syrup, Dilo Dx syrup, Hhlinctus syrup, and Glycodin syrup are also having chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan.
Corex Dx syrup may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so avoid driving or doing anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Drinking alcohol while taking this medication can exacerbate dizziness.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹139.50 |
You Save | ₹15.50 (10% on MRP) |
Contains | Dextromethorphan(10.0 Mg) + Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine(4.0 Mg) |
Uses | Common cold and cough |
Side effects | Drowsiness, dizziness, upset stomach |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
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Uses of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Contraindications of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- In case you are allergic to chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan or any other components of this syrup.
- If you are having or had medicines like sodium oxybate (used to prevent day time sleepiness)
- If you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine, selegiline (used to treat mental illness or Parkinson's disease) at least two weeks before starting treatment woth this syrup . In case you don't know whether your prescription includes such medicines, ask your doctor before taking Corex Dx syrup....
Side effects of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Drowsiness
- Sleepiness
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Upset stomach
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Precautions and Warnings of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have a cough for a long time with a lot of mucus (like asthma, emphysema or smoking).
- You have eye problems like glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).
- You have difficulty in urination and a frequent urge to urinate (enlarged prostate).
- You have problems with your heart and liver.
- You have any breathing problems, high blood pressure and fits.
- In young children, this medicine may produce excitement instead of drowsiness. Be cautious while giving this syrup to children.
- Older people should be cautious while using Corex Dx syrup, as they are more prone to develop dizziness and urination difficulties with this syrup.
- It is not recommended to use this syrup in children below 2 years of age.
Directions for Use of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Take Corex Dx syrup as directed by the doctor.
- Shake well before the use and use a measuring cup or spoon for measurement.
- Do not take more than four doses in 24 hours.
Storage and disposal of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Store Corex Dx syrup below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
- Please protect it from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Quick Tips of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Corex Dx syrup is used for temporary relief of cough due to throat irritation, sneezing & running nose.
- It should be taken as directed by the doctor and in doses and duration as prescribed.
- Shake well before use. Use a spoon or measuring cup for the exact quantity.
- Before starting Corex Dx syrup, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, or breastfeeding. Also, inform about all other medicines that you take and your complete medical history....
- Drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, and headache can be seen as side effects of this medicine, inform your doctor if the side effects do not resolve over time.
- Corex Dx syrup may cause sleepiness, dizziness, vision disturbances, or loss of coordination. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine, avoid driving, operating heavy machinery, or performing any such tasks which require mental alertness....
- Do not take this medicine if you are allergic to chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan or any other components of this syrup.
Dosage of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
How Does It Work?
- Natural substances like Histamine released in our body are responsible for allergies such as sneezing or runny nose
- Chlorpheniramine blocks the effect of these substances and provides relief in symptoms of a common cold
- There are specific areas in the brain (cough centre) which when activated produces coughing
- Dextromethorphan affects these areas and deactivates them, thus helps in relieving the coughing
Interactions of COREX DX BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Interactions with other medicines
- Corex Dx syrup should not be taken with a medicine called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) because it produces a condition called serotonin syndrome which is a life-threatening condition that can occur rapidly due to a build-up of an excessive amount of serotonin in the body. ...
- In the case of serotonin syndrome, a person may experience high body temperature, high blood pressure, fast heart rate, excitability, tremor (shakiness), and sweating. In such a situation patients should rush to a nearby hospital....
- Corex Dx syrup should be used cautiously with other medicines like Codeine, Hydrocodone (used for cough) that cause drowsiness. Alcohol, Marijuana, medicines to treat mental illness (Alprazolam, Lorazepam, Zolpidem, etc.), muscle-relaxing medicines ( Carisoprodol, Cyclobenzaprine), other antihistaminic medicines (Cetirizine, Diphenhydramine, etc.) should be consumed with caution....
Interactions with food items
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Corex Dx syrup if I am having a prostate problem?
Q: Can I use Corex Dx syrup along with other medicines used to treat my psychiatric illness?
Q: Can I use Cetirizine along with Corex cough syrup?
Q: Can Corex Dx cough syrup be used in children?
Q: How long does it take for Corex Dx syrup to show its action?
Q: Can I take Corex Dx cough syrup if I have an eye problem?
Q: Can Corex Dx cough syrup make me sleepy?
Q: How long do I need to take Corex Dx cough syrup?
Q: Is it safe to use Corex Dx cough syrup while breastfeeding?
Q: Is there any side effect of Corex Dx cough syrup?
Q: Can I take any anti-allergic medicine along with Corex Dx cough syrup?
Q: How do you take Corex syrup?
Q: Does Corex DX have codeine?
Q: What is the dose of Corex Dx syrup for child?
Q: What is the composition of Corex Dx syrup?
Q: What is the use of Corex Dx syrup?
Q: Is Corex Dx safe during pregnancy?
Q: What is Corex Dx?
Q: Can Corex Dx be used for dry cough?
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References
- Pfizer. Corex D Syrup [Internet]. Pfizerpro.com [cited 5 August 2021]
- DailyMed - Children's Accudial [Internet]. Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [cited 5 August 2021]
- COREX Dx Cough Syrup (Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide) [Internet]. Labeling.pfizer.com. 2021 [cited 5 August 2021]
- Chlorpheniramine: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2021 [cited 5 August 2021]
- Dextromethorphan: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2021 [cited 5 August 2021]
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