In Dry cough 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. Alernyl DC 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 Alernyl DC Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
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. Alernyl DC Syrup may be taken with or without food.
- Alcohol : CAUTION
Alcohol should be used with caution while taking Alernyl DC Syrup. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Alernyl DC Syrup during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alernyl DC Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Alernyl DC Syrup may cause side effects that could affect your ability to drive. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Alernyl DC Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed. | - Liver : UNSAFE
Alernyl DC Syrup is unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided.
If you miss a dose of Alernyl DC 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.
What is Alernyl DC Syrup used for? ::: Alernyl DC Syrup is used to treat the symptoms of the common cold and flu. It provides relief from a range of symptoms, including fever, headache, body aches, stuffy nose, runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes.\u003cbr>| Will Alernyl DC Syrup make me drowsy? ::: Yes, one of the main ingredients in Alernyl DC Syrup, chlorpheniramine maleate, can cause significant drowsiness and sleepiness. Because of this, it is often best to take this medicine when you are able to rest, and you should avoid activities that require full mental alertness, like driving or operating heavy machinery.\u003cbr>| How quickly can I expect to feel better after taking Alernyl DC Syrup? ::: You should start to feel relief from symptoms like fever, pain, and nasal congestion within about 30 to 60 minutes of taking Alernyl DC Syrup. The full effects will be felt within a couple of hours as the medicine is absorbed into your bloodstream.\u003cbr>| Can I take Alernyl DC Syrup for my seasonal allergies, even if I do not have a cold? ::: The antihistamine (chlorpheniramine) and decongestant (phenylpropanolamine) in Alernyl DC Syrup make it effective for treating allergic rhinitis (hay fever). It can help relieve sneezing, a runny nose, and a stuffy nose associated with seasonal allergies.\u003cbr>| What should I tell my doctor before I start taking Alernyl DC Syrup? ::: Before starting Alernyl DC Syrup, you should inform your doctor if you have a history of high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid problems, glaucoma, or an enlarged prostate. The phenylpropanolamine in this medicine can make these conditions worse, so your doctor will need to determine if it is safe for you.\u003cbr>| How long can I take Alernyl DC Syrup for? ::: Alernyl DC Syrup is intended for short?term relief of symptoms. You should not take it for more than 5 to 7 days. If your symptoms persist or get worse, you should stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor.\u003cbr>
Alernyl DC Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylpropanolamine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide which relieve dry cough. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.