Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
Fact box
Patient concerns
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Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free

Prescription Required

Marketer

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Bromhexine (4mg) + Phenylephrine (5mg)

Storage

Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of common cold symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness. It thins the mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out.

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free 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, indigestion, diarrhea, loss of appetite, bloating, sweating, skin rash, itching, insomnia, 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 kidney and liver disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Solvin Decongestant Syrup

Treatment of Common cold

Benefits of Solvin Decongestant Syrup

In Treatment of Common cold

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free 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.

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free 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 Solvin Decongestant 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 Solvin Decongestant

Diarrhea
Vomiting
Nausea
Upper abdominal pain
Rash
Urticaria
Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
Dizziness
Headache
Sweating
Itching

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

How Solvin Decongestant Syrup works

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free 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 Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

CAUTION

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised for dose adjustment.

Liver

CAUTION

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Solvin Decongestant Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free, 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

Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free 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.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for cold.
Call your doctor if your symptoms have not improved within seven days of treatment or if you develop a fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat, severe dizziness or anxiety, severe headache, fever, or rash.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any antidepressants.
Along with taking Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free do the following simple tips at home to get relief:
1. Steam inhalation
2. Gargling with warm saltwater.
3. Apply vapor rubs on chest, back if needed. Take enough rest.
4. Take warm food and fluid only. Ensure adequate fluid intake.
5. Advise hygiene measures to reduce spread: frequent hand-washing, avoiding sharing towels, pillowcase, etc.

Fact Box

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Patient concerns

Cold and cough from past one month Took sinarest solvin cold sumo cold but no effect

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

symptoms of such long duration require that you be examine din clinic

mild fever on head side cough and cold Dr priscripbed Asthalin,solvin cold,Hifen 100,meftagesic

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Control fever with crocin or meftagesic and visit Please consult Paediatrician. 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.

Cold & cough(lots) with mucus. Runny nose. No fever. For 3 days now. Tried Tixylix cough syrup & Solvin AF. No relief. Can i give this?

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. 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. Your child may need antibiotics and/or other prescription drugs.

5y old girl child has fever and mild cold fever does not exceed 102 . Is meftagesic P syrup safe to be given as OTC . Or solvin cold syrup . I want to know ideal doses for above syrups Weight around 22 kg

Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani

Paediatrics

Monitor temp . Place a cool, damp washcloth on your child's forehead , Give your child a lukewarm tub bath or a sponge bath. Give a sponge bath as follows:- ? Use lukewarm water [90?F (32.2?C) to 95?F (35?C)] . Do not use cold water, ice, or rubbing alcohol, which will lower the child's body temperature too quickly. ? Sponge for 20 to 30 minutes. ? Stop if the child starts to shiver. If your child doesn't like the sponge bath or doesn't feel better after the bath, there is no need to give another one. You can use Paracetamol also along with above measures to control fever till you consult Dr.Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail.

User feedback

Patients taking Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free

Thrice A Day

69%

Twice A Day

29%

Once A Day

What are you using Solvin Decongestant Syrup for?

Cough

46%

Others

23%

Nasal congest*

23%

Pupil dilatio*

*Nasal congestion (blocked nose), Pupil dilation

How much was the improvement?

Average

78%

Excellent

22%

What were the side-effects while using Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free?

Vomiting

33%

No Side Effec*

33%

Diarrhea

33%

*No Side Effect

How do you take Solvin Decongestant Syrup?

With or witho*

50%

With food

50%

*With or without food

Please rate Solvin Decongestant Syrup Sugar Free on price

Not Expensive

78%

Average

22%

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