P Dex Syrup is used in the treatment of dry cough. It thins and loosens the mucus (sticky substance) in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. It narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
P Dex 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, bloating, indigestion, upset stomach, diarrhea, headache, sweating, skin rash, palpitations, high blood pressure, 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 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.
It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
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. P Dex Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking P Dex Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of P Dex 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 P Dex
Nausea
Bloating
Indigestion
Upset stomach
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Sweating
Skin rash
Palpitations
High blood pressure
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
How to use P Dex 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. P Dex Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How P Dex Syrup works
P Dex Syrup is a combination of four medicines: bromhexine, dextromethorphan, phenylpropanolamine and menthol which relieve cough and cold symptoms. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with P Dex Syrup.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
P Dex 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 P Dex Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
P Dex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
P Dex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of P Dex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
P Dex 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 P Dex Syrup?
If you miss a dose of P Dex 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
P Dex 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. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
Inform your docotor if you have or have ever had a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
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Patient concerns
My daughter is suffer with fever & i have few syrup 1 omnacortil, 2 predone, 3 alex-p Which can i give her now.
Dr. Rahul Yadav
Paediatrics
Hello, for fever and cough you can give her Syp alex-p. Rest two medicines are steroids and not to be used without supervision.
He is suffering from cough not a dry cough I have ZEET P cough syrup given by his Doctor few months back . Is it is good for cough for 1 and half year child.
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.You should never give children under 4 years of age over-the-counter cough and cold products without checking with your child's doctor. These medicines may harm young children. There are many underlying causes of cough and cold. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of patient. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine patient in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you specific treatment. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
Apply multani mitti wtih rose water (in oily skin) & milk (in dry skin) 2 times in a week.Take Neem - giloy juice daily 10 -15ml with add same quantity of water before breakfast.
Very high fever up to 104f with cough and cold.medicine given Taxim o DT 100mg 1?2 P- 250 mg syrup 5ml ?2 Altime cf junior syrup 5ml ? 2time .no improvement
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
you can give P 250 every 6hrlyRevisit to your consultant or take 2nd opinion. Some times investigations are required to make diagnosis
Sneezing, runny nose, water from eyes, cough with fever from last 2 days. I am giving her P-125 syrup and Alday syrup but not help at all
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Dr need a diagnosis to suggest you medicine or give opinion. Diagnosis cannot be done without clinical examination of patient. There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician.Dr will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. 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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References
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