Ephedrex

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  • Manufactured by: Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Chlorpheniramine (2 mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan (10 mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5 mg/5ml)

Ephedrex Information


Ephedrex Benefits & Uses

Ephedrex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ephedrex Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 6 hourly
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)
  • Disease:
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 2 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ephedrex Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ephedrex is used -

Severe

  • Rash
  • Difficulty breathing
  • Joint pain
  • Increased Heart Rate

Moderate

  • Confusion
  • Hallucinations
  • Increased blood pressure
  • Blurred vision

Mild

Ephedrex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ephedrex safe for pregnant women?


    Ephedrex may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ephedrex, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Ephedrex safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Ephedrex as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Ephedrex on the Kidneys?


    Ephedrex has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ephedrex on the Liver?


    Ephedrex has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ephedrex on the Heart?


    Ephedrex is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Ephedrex with Other Drugs

Ephedrex should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate


Ephedrex Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ephedrex unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Ephedrex

  • Is this Ephedrex habit forming or addictive?


    Ephedrex does not cause addiction.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Ephedrex you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Ephedrex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, Ephedrex is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Ephedrex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ephedrex


    Taking Ephedrex with food is safe.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ephedrex


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ephedrex and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,165

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 422-423

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 220

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vazculep (phenylephrine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 135-136

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1020-1022

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vazculep (phenylephrine hydrochloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 135-136

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1020-1022


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