Maxtra Syrup

Maxtra Syrup is used to treat common cold symptoms in children. It promptly alleviates a runny or stuffy nose, as well as sneezing. The medication can be administered to your child with or without food.

It's essential to follow the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose and duration of treatment will be based on your child's condition and response to the medicine. Make sure to continue giving the medicine for the duration the doctor recommends.

Common side effects are nausea, vomiting, and headache. If your child experiences any concerning side effects, contact the doctor. Your child should consume plenty of fluids while taking Maxtra Syrup.

Inform the doctor before administering this medicine if your child has any kidney or liver diseases, as the doctor will likely prescribe an appropriate dose. According to the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Maxtra Syrup should not be used in children under 4 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of overdose of Maxtra syrup may include irregular heartbeat, hallucinations, fits or you may sometimes pass out. If you think you have taken too much of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you missed giving any dose of Maxtra syrup, give it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule. Do not give a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Maxtra syrup works by the combined action of its two components chlorpheniramine and phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine acts by blocking the action of histamine a natural substance produced by the body during an allergic reaction and improves allergic symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes, throat irritation, etc.
• Phenylephrine acts as a vasoconstrictor, it shrinks or constricts the blood vessels in the nasal passage and improves congestion.

Directions for Use

Administer the prescribed dose of Maxtra Syrup to the child using the provided measuring cup. Remember to shake the bottle well before each use.

Precautions and Warnings

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• Your child is already taking medicines for a psychiatric illness, as it can enhance drowsiness
• Your child is experiencing drowsiness and nervousness.
• Your child doesn't feel any improvement in symptoms within a week.
• Your child has asthma or any airway obstruction problems.
• Your child has a kidney or liver disease.
• Your child has a history of fits or seizures.
• Your child has a history of a tumour in the adrenal gland.
• Your child has a blockage in the stomach and intestines.

Contraindications

• If your child is allergic to chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine, or any of the ingredients of this medicine.
• If your child has taken medicines for brain disorders, such as rasagiline, in the last 14 days.
• If your child is suffering from high blood pressure or heart disease.
• If your child has diabetes, increased pressure inside the eyes (glaucoma).
• If your child is suffering from an overactive thyroid gland and breathing problems like bronchitis.

Side effects

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Vomiting
• Weakness
• Incoordination
• Dizziness
• Excitation
• Confusion
• Increased blood pressure

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Medicines used to treat brain disorders or psychiatric illnesses should not be used with Maxtra as it can lead to a risk of heart-related side effects or increased blood pressure.
• Maxtra can reduce the effectiveness of high blood pressure medicines and can increase blood pressure abruptly.
• Maxtra should not be taken along with medicines used to treat heart failures, such as digoxin, as it can increase the risk of irregular heartbeat or heart attack.
• Phenytoin and ergot-containing medicines should not be consumed along with Maxtra as it can lead to toxicity.
• Other medicines like medicines to induce sleep or anti-anxiety medicines and certain painkillers should be used as they can induce sedation.
• Discuss it with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions.

Storage and disposal

• Store Maxtra syrup between 20°- 25°C.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

For how long Maxtra syrup be given to my child?

Give Maxtra syrup according to your doctor's prescribed dosage duration. This medicine can cause dizziness or sleepiness, so do not give it to children to induce sleep.

Can I give Maxtra syrup to the baby for fever?

Maxtra syrup should not be used to treat fever. It helps relieve symptoms of the common cold without fever. Always consult your doctor before giving any medicine to your child.

Can maxtra Syrup be given to kids?

Yes, Maxtra P Syrup is widely recommended for children.

Is Maxtra syrup an antibiotic?

No, it is not an antibiotic. It is an anti-allergic medicine that provides a symptomatic treatment of common cold and allergic rhinitis

Can I take Maxtra syrup with paracetamol?

Yes, Maxtra syrup can be taken with paracetamol only if recommended by your doctor. Do not use this combination on your own.

Maxtra syrup vs Sinarest syrup, are they the same?

No, both these syrups differ in their compositions and mechanism of action. Sinarest syrup contains paracetamol, chlorpheniramine, phenylephrine, and sodium citrate. It is used to treat symptoms of the common cold. Maxtra syrup contains chlorpheniramine and phenylephrine. It is used for temporary relief of common cold and allergic rhinitis symptoms in adults.

Maxtra syrup vs Zyrcold syrup, are they the same?

No, Maxtra syrup and Zyrcold syrup are not the same. Although both are used to relieve cold and flu symptoms, they have different active ingredients.