Soventus-DC Oral Suspension is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It suppresses the cough by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain.
Soventus-DC Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food, but take it at the same time to get the most benefit. It should be taken as your doctor's advice. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. The dose may depend on your age and the present medical condition. Take it for as long as it is prescribed. Inform your doctor if symptoms do not get improved within 7 days of the treatment.
The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, dryness in the mouth, and fatigue. If these bother you or appear serious, let your doctor know. There may be ways of reducing or preventing them. Generally, it is advised to drink plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. To overcome dizziness, avoid driving or attention-seeking activities.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works.
A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Soventus-DC Oral Suspension suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.
This medicine is safe and effective. Soventus-DC Oral Suspension usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.
Side effects of Soventus-DC Oral Suspension
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 Soventus-DC
Fatigue
Palpitations
Dizziness
Fainting
Headache
Sleepiness
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Confusion
Numbness
How to use Soventus-DC Oral Suspension
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. Soventus-DC Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Soventus-DC Oral Suspension works
Soventus-DC Oral Suspension is an antitussive (cough suppressants). It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Soventus-DC Oral Suspension.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Soventus-DC Oral Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Soventus-DC Oral Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Soventus-DC Oral Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Soventus-DC Oral Suspension in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Soventus-DC Oral Suspension in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Soventus-DC Oral Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Soventus-DC Oral Suspension, 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.
You have been prescribed Soventus-DC Oral Suspension for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
You have been prescribed Soventus-DC Oral Suspension for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diphenylmethane Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Cough Suppressants
Patient concerns
Slight fever on and off,cold,shivering,body pain,dry cough,no test for food.f family doctor had prescribed vareb-dsr,acekinetics&dc-care syrup
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
plesae take prescribed medicines and wait for 3 days
My daughter is having severe cough n cold. But not that much running nose. Please help because it's been 7days n she still coughs very badly She's feeling very weak also. Tried toff - DC syrup n honey ginger.
Dr. Pranav Gupta
Paediatrics
Most throat pains, coughs and colds are viral induced illness. For such illness, the best we can offer is a symptom specific treat. Paracetamol available over the counter can be used for fever. Please use saline nasal drops to open blocked nose. I would advise you to get your kid examined by a paediatrician if symptoms persists or worsen.Your queries were being answered by paediatrician Pranav Gupta, New Delhi. To help us server you better, please submit a feedback on https://www.1mgdoctors.com/reviewdoctor/dr-pranav-40b65fe7d6
Suffering with cold and headache. Should I take allercet dc or allegra m And whole mouth is full of ulcer. Pl recommend medicine for the same too Ulcer on tongue, roots of teeth. Walls of mouth from inside
Dr. Vijay Verma
ENT
This is not waste app first of all it is meant for second opinion as each symptoms have many diagnosis as of now take allercet dc and cobadex czs once a day for five days in case no improvement in two days visit ent specialist near you for proper examination
In my TLC report 14.3, what it's effect to me what type of medicine taken by me. All DC report is normal please respond my quary madam
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
To start treatment just on the basis of TLc is not possible It suggests infection somewhere in the body Patient and symptoms/signs needs to be seen as a whole Source of infection and subsequent treatment decided
What are you using Soventus-DC Oral Suspension for?
Dry cough
86%
Others
14%
How much was the improvement?
Average
67%
Excellent
33%
What were the side-effects while using Soventus-DC Oral Suspension?
Dryness in mo*
100%
*Dryness in mouth
FAQs
How to take Soventus-DC Oral Suspension?
Take Soventus-DC Oral Suspension in the exact dose as advised by your doctor. Measure the syrup with the special dose-measuring spoon or cup provided with the bottle and not a tablespoon.
Does Soventus-DC Oral Suspension cause drowsiness?
Yes, Soventus-DC Oral Suspension may cause drowsiness or dizziness, so operating any machinery or driving a car, or doing an activity that requires mental alertness should be avoided.
Does Soventus-DC Oral Suspension cause dry mouth?
Yes, dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and sugarless candy may help.
What is the best time to take Soventus-DC Oral Suspension?
It is best to take Soventus-DC Oral Suspension at night before going to bed since it can make you feel drowsy and can also reduce nighttime awakenings and irritability due to cough.
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References
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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