FAQs About CHERICOF SF SYRUP

Q: Can we use CHERICOF SF SYRUP for babies?

A: The safety and efficacy of CHERICOF SF SYRUP in children (aged less than 2 years) have not been studied. Your doctor will determine the correct dose and duration for your child according to age, body weight, and disease condition.

Q: What if I forget to take a dose of CHERICOF SF SYRUP?

A: If you forget to take a dose of CHERICOF SF SYRUP, take it as soon as you remember. However, omit the missed dose if it is almost time for the next one. Do not take the medicine twice to make up for the forgotten dose.

Q: Can I stop taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP?

A: Continue taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP until your doctor tells you to stop, unless you experience any unwanted effects, a worsening of your condition, or any new symptoms. Consult your doctor immediately for advice.

Q: Does CHERICOF SF SYRUP have an aspirin?

A: No. CHERICOF SF SYRUP is a combination of chlorpheniramine, dextromethorphan, and phenylephrine.

Q: What precautions do I need to follow while taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP?

A: Patients taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP must inform their doctor about their pre-existing conditions, like any heart, kidney, lung, liver, heart or thyroid problems, diabetes, fits, glaucoma, or prostrate problem. Patients should also inform their providers if they are pregnant, breastfeeding, or allergic to anything else. Consult your doctor if you experience anything different.

Q: Can I take CHERICOF SF SYRUP if I am pregnant?

A: CHERICOF SF SYRUP should be used with caution by pregnant women. If you are pregnant, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to get pregnant, consult your doctor before taking it.

Q: Can I take other medicines with CHERICOF SF SYRUP?

A: Before taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicine, including prescription, non-prescription, or any herbal medicine, as these might interact with each other and cause serious side effects.

Q: How does CHERICOF SF SYRUP work?

A: CHERICOF SF SYRUP relieves symptoms of allergy and the common cold, where chlorpheniramine binds to the histamine H1 receptor and blocks its action, resulting in temporary relief of the negative symptoms (runny nose, sneezing, watery and itchy eyes) brought on by histamine, dextromethorphan suppresses non-productive cough associated with cold by suppressing the cough reflex by directly acting on the cough center in the brain, and phenylephrine decreases nasal congestion by acting on α1-adrenergic receptors in the small vessels of the nasal mucosa to produce constriction, resulting in decreased swelling and increased drainage of the nasal cavities. 

Q: What are the uses of CHERICOF SF SYRUP?

A: CHERICOF SF SYRUP is used to relieve dry cough and other symptoms associated with upper respiratory tract infections like the common cold or allergies.

Q: Can I consume alcohol while taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP?

A: Avoid alcohol consumption while taking CHERICOF SF SYRUP, as it may increase the risk of side effects.

Q: Does CHERICOF SF SYRUP cause drowsiness?

A: Yes. CHERICOF SF SYRUP may cause drowsiness as a common side effect. Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you feel drowsy. Avoid alcohol consumption, as it can aggravate drowsiness. Contact your doctor if your drowsiness worsens.

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Written By Srilekha. R - B.Pharm

Reviewed By Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle - MBBS, MD(Pharmacology) View profile

Last updated on 01 Mar 2024 | 02:57 PM(IST)