Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also widens the airway by narrowing the small blood vessels in the nose and provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule 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, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, upset stomach, loss of appetite, headache, rash, itching, and insomnia. 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 Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule

Treatment of Dry cough

Benefits of Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule

In Treatment of Dry cough

A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule

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 Chupp D

Nausea
Diarrhea
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Upset stomach
Loss of appetite
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Itching
Hives
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)

How to use Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule works

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule is a combination of three medicines:

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule 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.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule 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

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule?

If you miss a dose of Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule, 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.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

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.

Having telvas am for last 3-4 years. Any side effect of thismedicine. Having problem of accute acidity

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Dry cough, ankle swelling sometimes

User feedback

Patients taking Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule

Twice A Day

73%

Once A Day

27%

What are you using Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule for?

Dry cough

89%

Others

11%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

67%

Average

33%

What were the side-effects while using Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule?

No Side Effec*

67%

Diarrhea

33%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule?

With food

100%

Please rate Chupp D Soft Gelatin Capsule on price

Not Expensive

67%

Average

33%

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