Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops is a combination medicine used in the treatment of common cold symptoms. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.

Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops 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, 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 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 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 you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Alex Oral Drops

Treatment of Common cold

Benefits of Alex Oral Drops

In Treatment of Common cold

Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Alex Oral Drops

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 Alex

Vomiting
Headache
Restlessness
Anxiety
Dizziness
Tremors
Pale skin
High blood pressure
Seizure
Cerebral hemorrhage
Palpitations
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
Abdominal pain
Allergic reaction
Decreased appetite
Blurred vision
Dry nose
Dry throat
Excitement
Rash

How to use Alex Oral Drops

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Alex Oral Drops works

Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Alex Oral Drops?

If you miss a dose of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops, 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.

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Quick tips

Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose or throat.
Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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Patient concerns

Cure for Throt infection(khansi)with slight cough caused by common cold and flu.

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Tab telekast L at night for two weeks Alex cough syp twice daily

Khanshi with out cough little common cold.

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

take Syp Alex 10 ml two times a day and in case no relief in 3 days visit ent specialist near you

Hi, My Kid 1.6 yrs weight 11 kg, Suffering from running nose, Can I give him Alex junior? Please suggest how much quantity of Alex junior, I should give? If not Alex junior, Which other medicine I should give? Thanks. Sourabh

Dr. Rahul Yadav

Paediatrics

Hello, you can Give syp Alex junior 3.5 ml thrice daily for the next 5 days. Also nasoclear nasal drops SOS for nasal blockage. Increase intake of fluids to drink.

User feedback

Patients taking Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops

Thrice A Day

71%

Twice A Day

18%

Alternate Day

Once A Day

What are you using Alex Oral Drops for?

Others

100%

How much was the improvement?

Average

43%

Excellent

38%

Poor

19%

What were the side-effects while using Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops?

No Side Effec*

50%

Sleepiness

25%

Nausea

17%

Vomiting

*No Side Effect

How do you take Alex Oral Drops?

With food

44%

With or witho*

33%

Empty stomach

22%

*With or without food

Please rate Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops on price

Expensive

48%

Average

41%

Not Expensive

11%

FAQs

Q. What is Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops?

Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops is a combination of two medicines that help to relieve the symptoms of cold. It consists of Chlorpheniramine, an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. It also consists of Phenylephrine, a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Q. Is it safe to use Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops?

Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops is safe for most of the patients when taken according to the dose and duration recommended by the doctor. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, sleepiness and other uncommon or rare side effects. If you experience any problem while taking this medicine, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Q. Can the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops cause nausea and vomiting?

Yes, the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops can cause nausea and vomiting. Taking it with milk, food or with antacids can prevent nausea. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. In case of vomiting, drink plenty of water or other fluids by taking small frequent sips. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists. Do not take any other medicine without speaking to a doctor.

Q. Can the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops cause sleepiness or dizziness?

Yes, the most common side effect of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops is drowsiness. Avoid driving, operating heavy machinery or engaging in other activities that need your full attention, unless your healthcare provider has permitted you to do so. Do not drink alcohol or other cough and cold medicines. Also, avoid taking medicines that help you sleep while taking Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops as it may lead to excessive drowsiness.

Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, taking a higher than the recommended dose of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops can lead to increased side effects due to overdose. Do not start, stop or change the dosage of your medicine before consulting your doctor.

Q. Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops?

The use of Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops is considered to be harmful to patients with known allergy to any of the components of this medication. Tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, hyperthyroidism, glaucoma and enlarged prostate (difficulty in urination) before taking Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops.

Q. What is the recommended storage condition for Alex Plus Paediatric Oral Drops?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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