Delcon Plus Syrup

Delcon Plus Syrup belongs to a class of medication called 'cough and cold medications' primarily used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes or itchy/watery nose and throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat, mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus.' The virus attacks the body through the mouth, nose, or eyes and spreads quickly through droplets in the air when a person is sick, sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Delcon Plus Syrup is composed of three medicines, namely: Chlorpheniramine (anti-histamine), Phenylpropanolamine (decongestant) and Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic). Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylpropanolamine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as 'prostaglandins' responsible for pain and fever.

Delcon Plus Syrup should be taken as advised by your doctor. The dose of this medicine will be based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, sleepiness, nausea, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and headache. Everyone doesn't need to experience the above side effects. In some cases, Delcon Plus Syrup may cause a severe allergic skin reaction, probably due to paracetamol, which may disappear in some time.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding before starting Delcon Plus Syrup. If you have high blood pressure (hypertension),  liver or kidney disease, or coronary artery disease (heart disease), avoid using Delcon Plus Syrup as it may worsen your condition and symptom. Do not take Delcon Plus Syrup if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. Intake of more than 4 gm of paracetamol can damage your liver, so it is better to avoid the use of Delcon Plus Syrup in severe liver damage. Phenylpropanolamine in Delcon Plus Syrup should be used with caution in patients with occlusive vascular disease (nerve/artery blockage), including Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers).

Delcon Plus Syrup is primarily used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes, or itchy/watery nose and throat. It is composed of four medicines, namely: Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, and Paracetamol. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines or anti-allergic drugs; it helps to treat allergy symptoms like runny and stuffy nose and watery eyes. Phenylpropanolamine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing a stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that lowers body temperature and body pain caused due to cold.

If you are allergic to Delcon Plus Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Delcon Plus Syrup. Do not use Delcon Plus Syrup in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor’s advice. Delcon Plus Syrup is not recommended for children below 4 years. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Delcon Plus Syrup as it may cause liver damage and can be lethal.  If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), stomach ulcer, enlarged prostate gland,  kidney, liver, heart, or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Delcon Plus Syrup. Do not take Delcon Plus Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days. Also, avoid intake of chocolate, alcohol, and caffeine-containing beverages like coffee as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Do not take Delcon Plus Syrup if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. Phenylpropanolamine in Delcon Plus Syrup should be used with caution in patients with occlusive vascular disease (nerve/artery blockage), including Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers).

• Avoid alcohol consumption with Delcon Plus Syrup as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
• Do not take Delcon Plus Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.
• Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Delcon Plus Syrup as it contains caffeine, which can pass in the breast milk, which may have a stimulating effect on a breastfed child.