Tossex Dmr Kiwi Flavour Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Syrup

Tossex DMR syrup is used in the treatment of dry cough. It contains chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan as active substances. Chlorpheniramine is an anti allergic medicine and dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant.

Tossex DMR syrup is used for temporary relief of cough due to throat irritation, sneezing, and runny nose. You should avoid taking this syrup along with medicines used to treat psychiatric illness, as it may worsen your condition. Before using this medicine, inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding and about your detailed medical history.

It is not recommended to use this syrup in children below 2 years of age. According to the advisory issued by the Union Health Ministry, cough and cold medications should not be prescribed or dispensed to children under two years of age. These medications are generally not recommended for children under five years old.

For children above that age, any use should be based on careful clinical evaluation and close supervision.

Dosage

Overdose

An overdose of Tossex DMR syrup may cause drowsiness, dizziness, nervousness, and difficulty in releasing urine. If you think you have taken an excessive quantity of this syrup, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

Missing a dose of Tossex DMR syrup may reduce the effectiveness of the treatment. If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Tossex DMR syrup contains chlorpheniramine and dextromethorphan as active substances.
• A natural substance called histamine released in our body is responsible for allergies, such as sneezing or runny nose. Chlorpheniramine blocks the effect of these substances and provides relief of symptoms of a common cold.
• There are specific areas in the brain (cough center), that when activated produce coughing. Dextromethorphan deactivates these areas, thus helping in relieving the coughing.

Directions for Use

• Take Tossex DMR syrup as per the doctor's prescription.
• Shake well before use.
• Carefully measure the dose using a measuring cup or spoon.
• Do not consume this medicine directly from the bottle.
• Do not take more than the prescribed dose.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Tossex DMR syrup during pregnancy?

There is limited information available on the effect of Tossex DMR syrup in human pregnancy. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy or if you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Tossex DMR syrup while breastfeeding?

There is no information about the effect of Tossex DMR syrup during breastfeeding. Thus, it is unknown if Tossex DMR syrup passes into human milk. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Tossex DMR syrup?

Tossex DMR syrup may cause blurring of vision and drowsiness. If you experience any such effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is suggested to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Tossex DMR syrup?

Alcohol may exaggerate drowsiness or sleepiness. Thus, you should avoid consuming alcohol while on treatment with Tossex DMR syrup.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a cough for a long duration with a lot of mucus (like asthma, emphysema, or smoking).
• You have eye problems like glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye).
• You have difficulty in urination and frequent urge to go to urination.
• You have problems with your heart or liver.
• You have any breathing problems, high blood pressure, or fits.
• You are giving this medicine to young children or elderly people.
• Your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or is accompanied by fever, rash, or persistent headache.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, or any other components of Tossex DMR syrup.
• If you are having or had medicines like sodium oxybate (used to prevent daytime sleepiness).
• If you are taking medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors like phenelzine and selegiline - used to treat mental illness or Parkinson's disease. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.

Side effects

• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Tossex DMR syrup works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Tossex DMR syrup should not be taken with medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) like phenelzine and selegiline.
• This syrup should be used cautiously with other medicines like codeine, hydrocodone (used for cough), medicines to treat mental illness (alprazolam, lorazepam, zolpidem), muscle-relaxing medicines (carisoprodol, cyclobenzaprine), other antihistamine medicines (cetirizine, diphenhydramine).

Interactions with food items

Do not consume grapefruit juice or any other products which might have grapefruit juice.

Storage and disposal

• Store Tossex DMR syrup below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight, and heat.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Tossex DMR syrup if I am having a prostate problem?

Patients suffering from prostate problems (benign prostatic hyperplasia) have symptoms like difficulty passing urine, frequent urge to go to for urination, and dribbling of urine. This medicine contains a medicine named Chlorpheniramine, which produces urine retention as a side effect. Therefore, taking this syrup with a prostate problem will worsen the condition. So it is advisable to talk to your doctor about your problem before using it.

Can I use Tossex DMR syrup along with other medicines used to treat my psychiatric illness?

No, you should not use Tossex DMR syrup if you are taking medicines for mental illness.

Can Tossex DMR syrup be used in children?

Tossex DMR syrup should not be used in children below 2 years of age. Please refrain from using any medicines for your children without consulting a child specialist.

How long does it take for Tossex DMR syrup to show its action?

It can start showing its action approximately after 2 hours of consumption. However, it varies among individuals depending on their physiological nature.

Can I take Tossex DMR syrup if I have an eye problem?

Tossex DMR syrup contains Chlorpheniramine, it increases the pressure in the eye and thus decreases the effectiveness of glaucoma medicines. So it is always advisable to talk to your doctor about your eye problem before using this syrup.

Is Tossex DMR sugar-free?

Yes, Tossex DMR syrup is a sugar-free kiwi flavour syrup.

Is Tossex DMR good for dry cough?

Yes, Tossex DMR syrup is effective in dry cough.

What is Tossex DMR syrup used for?

• Tossex DMR syrup is used to treat dry cough.
• It is also used to provide relief from sneezing, cough or runny nose due to minor throat and airway irritation, which occurs during common colds and other respiratory allergies.

How to take Tossex DMR syrup?

• Take Tossex DMR syrup exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Shake well before use.
• Carefully measure the dose using a measuring cup or spoon.
• Do not consume this medicine directly from the bottle.
• Do not take more than the prescribed dose.