Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup

Introduction Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat dry cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, watery eyes and throat irritation. Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. 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 doctor 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, upset stomach, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, and rash. 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 may cause dizziness and 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 make dizziness worse. Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver or kidney disease. You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy. Uses of Superhist Syrup Cough Side effects of Superhist Syrup Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you?re worried about them Common side effects of Superhist Nausea Upset stomach Diarrhea Vomiting Stomach pain Dizziness Headache Rash Hives Sleepiness How to use Superhist Syrup Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. How Superhist Syrup works Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Guaifenesin, chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan which relieve cough. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and help in its removal from the airways. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Safety Advice Alcohol CAUTION Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor. Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. Breastfeeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. Driving UNSAFE Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Kidney SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. Liver UNSAFE Superhist 50 mg/2.5 mg/5 mg Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.