| Generic Name(s) | Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml) |
| Manufacturer / Brand | Mankind Pharma Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Information pending |
| Prescription Required | ✓ Yes (Schedule H Drug) |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30°C), away from moisture |
Asthakind-DX Syrup Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, and throat irritation. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.Asthakind-DX Syrup Sugar Free is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Common and serious side effects may include:
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Alternative medicines with exact same composition and strength (Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg/5ml)):
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications. Generic alternatives with same salts are therapeutically equivalent.