Olytuss D Syrup
Manufacturer
Olycare Life Sciences
Salt Composition
Phenylephrine (5mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Olytuss D Syrup is a medicine used in the treatment of common cold and cough, providing quick relief from cough and common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Olytuss D Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. It can provide quick relief from cough and common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness. However, it is usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up.
Directions for Use
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. Olytuss D Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Olytuss D Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain.
Quick Tips
Olytuss D Syrup helps in the treatment of dry cough and other common cold symptoms. Usually taken only for a short time until the symptoms clear up. Measure the syrup with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon. Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication. Stop taking this medicine and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Olytuss D Syrup cause drowsiness or sleepiness?
Yes, Olytuss D Syrup may make you feel drowsy or may cause you to fall asleep during your daily activities. Please avoid driving a car, operating machinery, working at heights or participating in potentially dangerous activities at the beginning of your treatment until you know how the medicine affects you. Inform your doctor if you experience such episodes while taking this medicine.
Does increasing the dosage of Olytuss D Syrup make it more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Can I breastfeed while taking Olytuss D Syrup?
No, it is not advisable to breastfeed while using Olytuss D Syrup. This medicine contains Chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
What are the storage and disposal instructions for Olytuss D Syrup?
Keep this medicine in its original container or pack, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions on the package or label. Do not dispose of the medicine down the drain. Make sure that the medicine is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
