A-Rex Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

A-Rex Syrup 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 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, vomiting, stomach pain, coordination impaired, and thickened respiratory tract secretions. 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 make sleepiness 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 also tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

Uses of A-Rex Syrup

Cough

Benefits of A-Rex Syrup

In Cough

A-Rex Syrup gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. A-Rex Syrup also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of A-Rex 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 A-Rex

Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Sleepiness
Dizziness
Impaired coordination
Thickened respiratory tract secretions
Allergic reaction

How to use A-Rex 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. A-Rex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How A-Rex Syrup works

A-Rex Syrup is a combination of four medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

A-Rex Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

A-Rex Syrup is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of A-Rex Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

A-Rex Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

UNSAFE

A-Rex Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of A-Rex Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take A-Rex Syrup?

If you miss a dose of A-Rex Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

A-Rex Syrup

₹58.2/Syrup

Tuffex Syrup

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹63/syrup

5% costlier

Aden-Rex Syrup

Aden Healthcare

₹50/syrup

17% cheaper

Omituss Syrup Delicious Strawberry

Penlon India Pharmaceuticals

₹56.9/syrup

5% cheaper

Quick tips

A-Rex Syrup relieves cough that is accompanied with mucus.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Stop taking A-Rex Syrup and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.

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Patient concerns

What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.

i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough

I am suffering from eractile dyf and i consulted a doctor he prescribed me Obsikon 37.5 and rex 100 capisule. I took these for 8 months during the medication the problem seemed to be resolves but it has again arised now

Dr. Pranay Gandhi

Sexology

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Child has cough for a week.not going with cough syrup

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

For cough, cold -- Prevent dehydration. Fluids may help thin secretions and soothe an irritated throat. Dry, hacking coughs respond to honey in hot water, tea, or lemon juice. Drink plenty of fluids to replace those lost from sweating and having a runny nose, get plenty of rest, eat healthily ? a low-fat, high-fibre diet is recommended, including plenty of fresh fruit and vegetables. OTC drugs, gargling with salt water and sucking on menthol sweets can help relieve a sore throat and blocked nose, are generally safe for older children and adults to take, but might not be suitable for babies, young children. Avoid applying Vicks VapoRub to babies and toddlers.Patient may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.

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