Touxfed
Drinkable Syrup
COMPOSITION
Each 5 mL contains:
– Triprolidine HCl……………………………………: 2.5 mg
– Phenylephrine HCl…………………………………: 5 mg
– Chlorpheniramine maleate…………………………: 0.5 mg
– Dextromethorphane HBr………………………….. : 10 mg
– Excipients qs.……………………………………..: 5 mL
THERAPEUTIC PROPERTIES
This medication combines:
- Phenylephrine – a sympathomimetic agent acting as a systemic nasal decongestant
- Chlorpheniramine maleate and Triprolidine HCl – H1-antihistamines
- Dextromethorphan – a centrally acting antitussive
INDICATIONS
- Symptomatic treatment of nasal congestion and excess nasal secretion associated with acute nasopharyngitis
- Dry cough and irritative cough
CONTRAINDICATIONS
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components, particularly antihistamines
- Children under 6 months of age
- History of stroke or risk factors for cerebrovascular events due to the alpha-sympathomimetic activity of the vasoconstrictor
- Severe or uncontrolled hypertension
- Severe coronary insufficiency
- Risk of angle-closure glaucoma
- Risk of urinary retention related to urethroprostatic disorders
- History of seizures
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
PRECAUTIONS
- Strict adherence to the recommended dosage and treatment duration (5 days maximum) is essential
- Patients must be informed that in the event of:
- High blood pressure
- Tachycardia or palpitations
- Cardiac arrhythmias
- Nausea
- Any neurological symptoms (e.g., new or worsening headache)
Treatment must be discontinued immediately
SIDE EFFECTS
- Cardiovascular: Palpitations, tachycardia, hypertension
- Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, dry mouth
- Dermatological: Sweating, itching, urticarial
- Central Nervous System: Drowsiness or sedation
- DOSAGE AND MEHTOD OF ADMINISTRATION
Oral use only. Reserved for adults and children over 6 months of age:
- Children 6 to 30 months: ½ teaspoon (2.5 mL) twice daily
- Children 30 months to 6 years: ½ teaspoon (2.5 mL) three times daily
- Children 6 to 12 years: 1 teaspoon (5 mL) three times daily
STORAGE
- Store away from light and moisture.
- Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
- Do not use after the expiry date stated on the label.
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