Allercof Expectorant Not available

Indication

Allercof Expectorant is a combination syrup used to relieve symptoms of allergic rhinitis and upper respiratory tract infections with productive cough. Cetirizine controls allergic symptoms; bromhexine and guaifenesin thin and loosen mucus; phenylephrine relieves nasal congestion; menthol provides a soothing effect.

Ingredients

• Cetirizine Dihydrochloride
• Bromhexine Hydrochloride
• Phenylephrine Hydrochloride
• Guaiphenesin
• Menthol

Direction

Adults and children over 12 years: 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls) 3 times daily. Children 6–12 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) 3 times daily. Children 2–6 years: 2.5 ml 3 times daily (as directed by physician). Do not exceed stated dose.

Side effects

• Drowsiness
• sedation — common (due to cetirizine).
• Dry mouth
• headache
• dizziness — common.
• Nausea
• gastrointestinal discomfort — common.
• Increased blood pressure
• palpitations (due to phenylephrine) — uncommon.
• Allergic reactions including rash — rare.

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to any of the active ingredients.
• Use with caution in patients with hypertension
• diabetes
• hyperthyroidism
• or cardiovascular disease (due to phenylephrine).
• May cause drowsiness — do not drive or operate machinery.
• Avoid alcohol during treatment.
• Use with caution in patients with urinary retention
• glaucoma
• or enlarged prostate.
• Do not use with MAO inhibitors or within 14 days of stopping MAO inhibitor therapy.
• Consult a doctor before use in pregnancy or breastfeeding.
• Keep out of reach of children.