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Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange


Your child’s medicine at a glance

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange is commonly prescribed in children to treat symptoms such as runny nose, cough, sneezing, watery eyes, sore throat, body ache, and fever. These symptoms are usually associated with common cold, hay fever (allergic rhinitis), and other respiratory tract conditions.

Give Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange to your child by mouth with or without food. If your child develops a stomach upset, prefer giving it with food. Always remember that the dosing schedule provided by your child’s doctor depends on the type of symptoms your child has, so make sure to follow the prescribed dose, time, and way strictly.

Give Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange at a fixed time each day so that it gradually makes a place in your child’s daily routine, which will help you to remember. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine give the same dose again. However, never repeat the dose if it's already time for the next dose. Your child may start to feel better within a week of regular dosing. However, you must continue giving the medicine to your child to finish the complete prescribed course as stopping it abruptly may worsen your child’s condition.

Some of the minor and temporary side effects that your child may experience while taking this medicine include vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, dizziness, rash, and headache. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. In case these side effects persist or become bothersome for your child, consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Narrate your child’s complete medical history to your child’s doctor, including any ongoing medicine regime or history of any allergy, heart problem, blood disorder, birth defects, airway obstruction, lung anomaly, skin disorder, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This information is critical for dose alterations and for planning your child’s overall treatment.

Uses of Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange in children

Benefits of Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange for your child

In Common cold

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

This medicine is safe and effective. Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange 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. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange in children

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Wikoryl

  • Diarrhea
  • Rash
  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Tachycardia
  • Palpitations
  • Dizziness
  • Fear
  • Anxiety
  • Restlessness
  • Tremors
  • Weakness
  • Discomfort when urinating
  • Hallucination
  • Convulsion

How can I give Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange to my child?

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. Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Wikoryl Syrup works

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange is a combination of four medicines: Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Phenylephrine, Paracetamol, and Sodium Citrate, which relieves common cold symptoms. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic that relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (pain reliever) and an antipyretic (fever reducer). It blocks the release of certain chemical messengers in the brain that are responsible for pain and fever. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out.

Safety advice

Kidney
CAUTION
Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if I forget to give Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange to my child?

Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost the time for the next dose. Follow the prescribed dosing schedule and do not give a double dose to catch up with the missed dose.

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Quick tips

  • Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange may make your child feel sleepy. Ensure your child takes extra care when taking part in physical activities.
  • Never combine Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange with other cold and flu medicines as that may lead to side effects.
  • Stop Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties.
  • Practice self-care tips:
    1. Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergy.
    2. Give your child plenty of fluids as it helps to thin and loosen the mucus accumulated in the lungs.
    3. Restrain your child from having caffeinated products and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing.
    4. Make your child gargle with warm saltwater.
    5. Ensure your child takes enough rest.

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Patient concerns

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My baby is having cold and I'm giving wikoryl on doctors advice He asked me to give thrice I gave her a first dose at 11.30am and second dose at 6.30pm and third dose at 12.20am is that fine doctor??
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Wikoryl can be given 6 to 8 hrly
My daughter is 3 months old and she's suffering from cough (balgam). She finds difficult to breathe many a times. Local paediatrician has suggested us hexicof - p for cough and nasivion child for breathing. But these are not working properly and doctor has asked to wait for few days. Could you please suggest us any other decongestant (suspension based please) to clear her lungs which are filled with sputum?
Dr. Saurabh Gupta
Physician
Drop sinarest or wikoryl
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FAQs

Q. What if I give too much Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange by mistake?

Prolonged or excess intake of Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange can put your child at risk of developing serious side effects like seizures, rapid heart rate, /depression, cognition defects, and inability to concentrate. Always stick to the prescribed dose. To pour out the right dose, use the calibrated cup provided with the medicine by the manufacturer. Do not use a kitchen teaspoon as it will not give the correct estimate.

Q. Can other medicines be given at the same time as Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange?

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Q. In what all conditions should I avoid giving Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange to my child?

If your child is suffering from any Cardiovascular disease (hypertension, heart disease), Diabetes mellitus, GI obstruction, increased intraocular pressure, urinary obstruction, or thyroid dysfunction, avoid giving Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange. Always inform your doctor about your child’s medical history before giving Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange.

Q. Can I give my cough medicine to my child?

Never give your child the medicines that have been recommended for use by adults. Children should only be given the medicines specifically formulated for them, else it may cause unwanted side effects. Check the label of the medicine properly before use in your child. Give the medicine to your child in the prescribed dose specifically. It is best to take your child to the doctor if the symptoms are bothersome or fail to improve even after treatment.

Q. Can Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange make my child sleepy?

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange may cause mild drowsiness effect, making your child feel sleepy. So, be cautious and never give this medicine to induce sleep. Forced sleep could mask any underlying sleep disorder like insomnia. It’s always best to consult your child’s doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

Q. How can I store Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange?

Wikoryl DS Syrup Orange should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

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References

  1. Cleveland Clinic. Chlorpheniramine; Dextromethorphan; Phenylephrine oral solution or syrup. [Accessed 22 Feb. 2021] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. Skidgel RA. Histamine, Bradykinin, and Their Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2018. p. 718.
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