Phenomet Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat common cold symptoms. It provides temporary relief from congestion and stuffiness in the nose. It also helps to relieve allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, throat irritation, and watery eyes.
Phenomet 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effect is allergic reactions which are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. It can also cause dizziness, 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 dizziness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. 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. Also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Phenomet Syrup is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of the common cold, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier.
Phenomet Syrup is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by your doctor, and do not stop using it unless you are advised otherwise.
Side effects of Phenomet 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 Phenomet
Sleepiness
Allergic reaction
How to use Phenomet 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. Phenomet Syrup may be taken with or without food.
How Phenomet Syrup works
Phenomet Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Paracetamol and Promethazine which relieve common cold symptoms.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Phenomet Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Phenomet Syrup is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Phenomet Syrup may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor. For prolonged use and repeated doses of Phenomet Syrup, observe the baby for excessive sleepiness.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Phenomet Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CAUTION
Phenomet Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. However, caution is advised in patients with severe kidney disease as it may cause excessive sleepiness in them.
Liver
UNSAFE
Phenomet Syrup is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
What if you forget to take Phenomet Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Phenomet 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
Phenomet Syrup is prescribed to get relief from symptoms of common cold.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Along with taking Phenomet Syrup do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
Steam inhalation.
Gargling with warm saltwater.
Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcases, etc.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
common cold,snizning and headache which tab can take to common cold?
Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan
ENT
Take tab LCZ PLUS and consult an ENT specialist for proper clinical examination
Common cold with bronchitis fever two days Fever with common cold & bronchitis
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
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. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.
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.
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 Patient?s 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 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.
Phenomet Syrup is used to treat the symptoms of the common cold and flu, such as a runny nose, cough, sneezing, and watery eyes. It is also one of the commonly used medicines in chickenpox for symptomatic relief.<br>
Will Phenomet Syrup make me drowsy?
Promethazine, present in Phenomet Syrup, causes significant drowsiness and sleepiness. Because of this, it is an excellent choice for nighttime relief of cold and flu symptoms, as it can help you get the rest you need to recover. You should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking it.<br>
How quickly will Phenomet Syrup start to work?
You can expect to feel relief from pain and fever within about 30 to 60 minutes of taking Phenomet Syrup. The sedating effects of this medicine will typically begin within about 20 minutes and reach their peak in a couple of hours, helping you to fall asleep.<br>
Can I use Phenomet Syrup for motion sickness or nausea?
Phenomet Syrup can be used to prevent and treat nausea and vomiting, including motion sickness. It can also be helpful if your nausea is accompanied by a headache or general discomfort. However, it is advised to consult a doctor for the proper dose and duration for safer and desired results.<br>
What should I tell my doctor before I start taking Phenomet Syrup?
Before starting Phenomet Syrup, you should inform your doctor if you have a history of breathing problems (like asthma or COPD), glaucoma, or difficulty urinating due to an enlarged prostate. This medicine can sometimes make these conditions worse, so your doctor will need to determine if it is safe for you.<br>
Can Phenomet Syrup be used to treat a cough?
While Phenomet Syrup is not a primary cough suppressant, the antihistamine effect of promethazine present in this medicine can help to reduce a cough that is caused by post‑nasal drip from allergies or a cold. It helps to dry up the mucus that can tickle the back of your throat and make you cough.<br>
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.
References
Promethazine hydrochloride. Guildford Surrey: Aventis Pharma Limited; 2008 [revised 17 Aug. 2016]. [Accessed 12 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from: