Medicine : Starkuff Dx(100ml)

Name:Starkuff Dx(100ml)
Type:Syrup
Manufacturer:John Walter Labs
Generic Use:Dextromethorphan , Phenylephrine Hydrochloride , Chlorpheniramine Maleate
Composition:Dextromethorphan(10mg) , Phenylephrine Hydrochloride(5mg) , Chlorpheniramine Maleate(2mg)
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Generic ( Dextromethorphan )


Typical use Of Dextromethorphan :To Relieve Dry Coughs (coughs That Do Not Produce Phlegm Or Mucus On The Chest).
Mechanism of action of Dextromethorphan :Dextromethorphan Acts On The Brain And Increases The Threshold For Coughing Or Suppresses Coughing.
Drug Interaction of Dextromethorphan :Other Cough And Cold Medicine, Alcohol Or Other CNS Depressants Such As Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors, Other Medicines For Mental Health Conditions, And Medicines For Heart Problems Such As Amiodarone, Haloperidol, Propafenone, Quinidine, SRRIs, And Thioridazine Should Not Be Taken Along With Dextromethorphan. Always Consult Your Physician For The Change Of Dose Regimen Or An Alternative Drug Of Choice That May Strictly Be Required.
Side effects of Dextromethorphan :Skin Rash, Urge To Vomit, Being Sick, Diarrhea, Drowsiness, Dizziness, Feeling Of Excitation Or Confusion, Difficulty Breathing.

INTERACTIONS OF DEXTROMETHORPHAN

How Dextromethorphan will impact on Pregnancy ?

Studies In Animals Have Shown Risk To Fetus, However There Are No Sufficient Studies In Humans. This Drug May Be Used In Pregnant Women If Benefit Outweighs The Risk. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use.

How Dextromethorphan will impact during lactation(breastfeeding) ?

Moderately Safe: No Studies Have Been Conducted In Breastfeeding Women, However There Is Possibility Of Ill Effect To The Breastfed Infants; Or Studies Conducted In Breastfeeding Women Show Minimal Non-threatening Side Effects To The Infants. Drugs Should Be Given Only If The Potential Benefit Justifies The Potential Risk To The Infant. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use.

Medicine & Alcohol use and effect of Dextromethorphan

No Studies Found





Generic ( Phenylephrine Hydrochloride )


Typical use Of Phenylephrine Hydrochloride :Acid-related Dyspepsia, Congestion, Hypotension.
Mechanism of action of Phenylephrine Hydrochloride :Phenylephrine Is A Sympathomimetic With Mainly Direct Effects On Alpha-adrenergic Receptors And Weak Beta-adrenergic Activity. It Causes Vasoconstriction Of The Arterioles Of The Nasal Mucosa And Conjunctiva; Activates The Dilator Muscle Of The Pupil To Cause Contraction; Produces Vasoconstriction Of Arterioles In The Body And Produces Systemic Arterial Vasoconstriction.
Drug Interaction of Phenylephrine Hydrochloride :May Increase Hypertensive Effect Of Beta-blockers (nonselective).
Side effects of Phenylephrine Hydrochloride :Anxiety, Reflex Bradycardia, Tachycardia, Arrhythmias, Headache, Cold Extremities.

INTERACTIONS OF PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

How Phenylephrine Hydrochloride will impact on Pregnancy ?

Studies In Animals Have Shown Risk To Fetus, However There Are No Sufficient Studies In Humans. This Drug May Be Used In Pregnant Women If Benefit Outweighs The Risk. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use.

How Phenylephrine Hydrochloride will impact during lactation(breastfeeding) ?

Contraindicated: The Drug Should Not Be Used By Breastfeeding Women, As Evidences From Studies Have Shown That There Is A High Risk Of Causing Significant Damage To Infants.

Medicine & Alcohol use and effect of Phenylephrine Hydrochloride

No Studies Found





Generic ( Chlorpheniramine Maleate )


Typical use Of Chlorpheniramine Maleate :For The Treatment Of Rhinitis, Urticaria, Allergy, Common Cold, Asthma And Hay Fever.
Mechanism of action of Chlorpheniramine Maleate :Chlorphenamine Is An H1-receptor Antagonist Which Competetively Blocks H1-receptor Sites On Tissues.
Drug Interaction of Chlorpheniramine Maleate :Avoid Excessive Alcohol Consumption. Anticholinergic Effects Of Chlorphenamine (e.g. Dry Mouth, Blurred Vision) May Be Enhanced By Drugs With Anticholinergic Effects Such As Antipsychotics, MAOI Or Tricyclic Antidepressants. Chlorphenamine Inhibits Phenytoin Metabolism And Can Lead To Phenytoin Toxicity.
Side effects of Chlorpheniramine Maleate :Blurred Vision, Dry Eyes, Mydriasis, Drowsiness, Fatigue, Headache, Dizziness, Psychomotor Impairment, Dry Mouth, Gastrointestinal Disturbances.

INTERACTIONS OF CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE

How Chlorpheniramine Maleate will impact on Pregnancy ?

Studies In Animals Have Shown No Risk To The Fetus, However There Are No Sufficient Studies In Humans. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use.

How Chlorpheniramine Maleate will impact during lactation(breastfeeding) ?

Moderately Safe: No Studies Have Been Conducted In Breastfeeding Women, However There Is Possibility Of Ill Effect To The Breastfed Infants; Or Studies Conducted In Breastfeeding Women Show Minimal Non-threatening Side Effects To The Infants. Drugs Should Be Given Only If The Potential Benefit Justifies The Potential Risk To The Infant. Patients Should Follow The Advice Of The Doctor Regarding Its Use.

Medicine & Alcohol use and effect of Chlorpheniramine Maleate

No Studies Found