Caredex Junior Syrup is a combination medicine belonging to a class of drugs called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, Caredex Junior Syrup helps relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms.

FAQs

How does Caredex Junior Syrup work?

Caredex Junior Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.

Can I take Caredex Junior Syrup if I need to undergo surgery?

Consult your doctor before taking Caredex Junior Syrup if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Caredex Junior Syrup 72 hours prior to the surgery.

Can I take Caredex Junior Syrup with anti-depressant medicines?

It is not recommended to take Caredex Junior Syrup along with any anti-depressant medication, especially MAO inhibitors (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or drug interaction. Also, Caredex Junior Syrup should be taken at least 14 days after the last dose of anti-depressants.

What if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

Can Caredex Junior Syrup be used in patients with glaucoma?

Caredex Junior Syrup may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma. Therefore, Caredex Junior Syrup should be used with caution and only when prescribed by a doctor in patients with glaucoma.