Dexovik Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces the activity of the cough center in the brain.

Dexovik 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 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, stomach upset, insomnia, high blood pressure, and palpitations. 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.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Dexovik Syrup

Dry cough

Benefits of Dexovik Syrup

In 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. Dexovik Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with taking Dexovik Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Side effects of Dexovik 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 Dexovik

Nausea
Upset stomach
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
High blood pressure
Palpitations

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

How Dexovik Syrup works

Dexovik Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Phenylpropanolamine and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 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 Dexovik Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dexovik 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Driving

UNSAFE

Dexovik Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

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

Liver

UNSAFE

Dexovik Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Dexovik Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Dexovik 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.

Dexovik Syrup

₹46.3/Syrup

Triaminic CS Syrup

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₹32/syrup

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KUFMA DX SYRUP

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₹45/syrup

4% cheaper

Quick tips

Dexovik Syrup 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.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any anti-depressants.
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.

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What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby

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Paediatrics

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

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Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

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

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