Alex Syrup is a medicine used in the treatment of common cold and cough. It can provide quick relief from cough and common cold symptoms like runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes, and congestion or stuffiness.
 

Alex Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and headache. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

BENEFITS OF ALEX SYRUP

In Common cold

Alex Syrup effectively relieves symptoms associated with common cold, such as a blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier. Alex Syrup usually starts working within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours.

SIDE EFFECTS OF ALEX SYRUP

Common side effects of Alex

• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Nausea
• Sedation
• Double vision
• Diarrhea
• Dryness in mouth
• Nervousness
• Decreased appetite
• Heartburn
• Dizziness
• Weakness
• Discomfort when urinating
• Polyuria
• Urinary retention
• Hallucination
• Convulsion

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alex Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alex Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alex Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Alex Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Alex Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Alex Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

UNSAFE

Alex Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ALEX SYRUP?

If you miss a dose of Alex Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.