Rexcof Dx Nf Bottle Of 100ml Syrup
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Medical Description
Rexcof Dx NF syrup contains chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan as active components. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic medicine, whereas dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It is used for temporary relief of cough due to throat irritation, sneezing & running nose. Rexcof DX can be taken with or without food but it should be taken at exact doses using a measuring cup provided with a bottle and for the duration as advised by the doctor. Shake the bottle well before each use. It is advised to be cautious while driving or handling any machinery as this syrup can cause dizziness.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹108.97 |
| You Save | ₹19.23 (15% on MRP) |
| Contains | Dextromethorphan(10.0 Mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine / Chlorphenamine(2.0 Mg/5ml) |
| Uses | Common cold and cough |
| Side effects | Dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness, sleepiness |
| Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
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Uses of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Rexcof Dx syrup gives short-term relief from sneezing, cough or runny nose due to minor throat and airway irritation, which occurs during common cold and other respiratory allergies.
Contraindications of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- If you are allergic to chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan or any other components of Rexcof Dx syrup.
- If you are having or had medicines like sodium oxybate (used to prevent daytime sleepiness).
- If you are or were on treatment with any medicine from class monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine, selegiline (used to treat mental illness or Parkinson's disease) in the last 14 days.
- In case you don't know whether your prescription includes such medicines, ask your doctor before taking Rexcof Dx NF syrup.
Side effects of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Dizziness
- Tiredness
- Drowsiness
- Sleepiness
- Upset stomach
- Insomnia
- Confusion
- Blurring of vision
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Precautions and Warnings of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Rexcof Dx NF syrup during pregnancy?
A:
There is limited information available on the safety of Rexcof Dx NF syrup in human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor before using this cough syrup during pregnancy or if you think you may be pregnant. This syrup should be used only if it is needed and if the advantage overweighs the risk.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Rexcof Dx NF syrup while breastfeeding?
A:
There is no safety information about the effects of Rexcof Dx NF syrup during breastfeeding. Thus, it is unknown if Rexcof Dx NF syrup passes into human milk. You should consult your doctor before using cough syrup during breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Rexcof Dx NF syrup?
A:
Rexcof Dx NF syrup may produce blurring of vision and drowsiness as side effects. You should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to stay alert.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Rexcof Dx NF syrup?
A:
Rexcof Dx NF syrup may produce drowsiness or sleepiness as a side effect. So if you consume it along with alcohol, it may exaggerate the drowsiness or sleepiness. Thus, you should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with this cough syrup.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have a cough for a long duration with a lot of mucus (like asthma, emphysema or smoking).
- You have an eye problem like glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).
- You have difficulty in urination and frequent urge to go to urination (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, so be cautious while giving this syrup to children.
- Older people should be cautious while using Rexcof Dx NF 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.
- You need to stop using this syrup and ask your doctor if the cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back or is accompanied by fever, rash or persistent headache. These could be the signs of a serious ailment....
Directions for Use of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Take Rexcof Dx NF syrup as per doctor's prescription.
- Shake well before use and use a measuring cup or spoon for measurement.
- Do not take more than four doses in 24 hours.
Storage and disposal of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Store Rexcof Dx NF syrup below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
- Keep the medicine away from children and pets.
Quick Tips of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
- Rexcof Dx NF 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 Rexcof Dx NF 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.
- Rexcof Dx NF 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 REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Overdose
An overdose of Rexcof Dx NF syrup may cause severe drowsiness, dizziness, fast or irregular heartbeats, confusion, hallucination, nervousness, seizures, fits and difficulty in releasing urine. If you experience any of the symptoms or think you have taken an excessive quantity of this syrup, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
Missing a dose of Rexcof Dx NF syrup may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you have missed any dose of the medicine, take it as soon as you remember it. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one....
Mode of Action of REXCOF DX NF 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) that, when activated, produce coughing. Dextromethorphan affects these areas and deactivates them, thus helping in relieving the coughing.
Interactions of REXCOF DX NF BOTTLE OF 100ML SYRUP
Interactions with other medicines
- Rexcof Dx syrup should not be taken with the medicines 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 the 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, the patient should be rushed to a nearby hospital....
- Rexcof Dx NF 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) and other antihistaminic medicines (Cetrizine, Diphenhydramine, etc) should be consumed with caution....
Interactions with food items
Do not consume grapefruit juice or any other products which might have grapefruit juice.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Rexcof Dx NF syrup if I am having a prostate problem?
- Patients suffering from prostate problems (benign prostatic hyperplasia) have symptoms like difficulty passing urine, frequent urge to go for urination and dribbling of urine. This medicine contains a medicine named Chlorpheniramine, which produces urine retention as a side effect. Therefore, taking this syrup with a prostate problem will worsen the condition. So it is advisable to talk to your doctor about your problem before using it....
Q: Can I use Rexcof Dx NF syrup along with other medicines used to treat my psychiatric illness?
A: No, you should not use Rexcof Dx NF syrup if you are taking medicines for mental illness.
Q: Can Rexcof Dx NF syrup be used in children?
A: Rexcof Dx NF syrup should not be used in children below 2 years of age. Please refrain from using any medicines for your children without consulting a child specialist.
Q: How long does it take for Rexcof Dx NF syrup to show its action?
A: It can start showing its action approximately after 2 hours of consumption. However, it varies among individuals depending on their physiological nature.
Q: Can I take Rexcof Dx NF syrup if I have an eye problem?
A: Rexcof Dx NF syrup contains Chlorpheniramine which increases the pressure in the eye and thus decreases the effectiveness of glaucoma medicines. So it is always advisable to talk to your doctor about your eye problem before using this syrup.
Q: Does Rexcof Dx syrup make you sleepy?
A: Yes, Rexcof Dx NF syrup can make you feel dizzy and sleepy. If you experience these symptoms, it is advised to avoid driving or operating machines.
Q: What is the composition of Rexcof Dx syrup?
A: The composition of Rexcof Dx syrup are chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan as its active components.
Q: Is Rexcof Dx syrup good for cough?
A: Yes, it is good for cough. However, it should be taken after consulting a doctor only.
Q: What are the side effects of Rexcof Dx?
A: Dizziness, tiredness, drowsiness, sleepiness, upset stomach, constipation are a few side effects that individual might experience.
Q: What is Rexcof DX used for?
A: Rexcof Dx syrup gives short-term relief from sneezing, cough or runny nose due to minor throat and airway irritation, which occurs during common cold and other respiratory allergies.
Q: Does Rexcof DX have codeine?
A: No, it does not contain codeine. Rexcof DX contains chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan as active components.
Q: Is Rexcof DX is safe in pregnancy?
A: You should consult your doctor before using this cough syrup during pregnancy or if you think you may be pregnant. Rexcof Dx should be used only if it is needed and if the advantage overweighs the risk.
Q: What is the dose of Rexcof Dx syrup dose for adults?
A: The doctor will decide the specific dose for a specific duration depending upon the severity of the condition. It is advisable to take Rexcof Dx syrup in exact dose only. Use a measuring spoon or cup for exact quantities. You should not consume more than the prescribed daily dose by the doctor.
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