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Dextromethorphan+Guaifenesin+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine
How Dextromethorphan+Guaifenesin+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine works
This is a combination of four medicines: Dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, phenylephrine, and chlorpheniramine which relieve cough and cold symptoms. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.
Side Effects
Nausea, Stomach pain, Diarrhoea, Stomach upset, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Dizziness, Headache, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Rash, Urticaria, Itching, Sleepiness
Usage
Dextromethorphan+Guaifenesin+Phenylephrine+Chlorpheniramine is used in the treatment of common cold symptoms.
