Maxtra Syrup Benefits & Uses

Maxtra Syrup is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)

Other Benefits

Allergy (Read More - Simple and Effective Home Remedies for Allergy Relief)
Common Cold
Runny Nose (Read More - How to Clear Nasal Congestion)
Itching (Read More - Home Remedies for Skin Itching: Simple Ways to Get Instant Relief)
Phlegm (Read More - Home remedies for mucus)
Flu (Read More - From Ginger Tea to Steam: Best Home Remedies for Influenza)
Hives
Dust Allergy
Blocked Nose
Low Blood Pressure (Read More - How to Raise Low Blood Pressure at Home: Simple Remedies)
Shock
Blocked Ear

Maxtra Syrup 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

Maxtra Syrup Side Effects

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

Severe

Increased Heart Rate

Moderate

Increased blood pressure
Blurred vision

Mild

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Dry Mouth
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)
Injection Site Allergic Reaction
Restlessness
Tremor

Maxtra Syrup Related Warnings

Is the use of Maxtra Syrup safe for pregnant women?

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

Safe
Is the use of Maxtra Syrup safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Maxtra on breastfeeding women are very mild.

Unknown
What is the effect of Maxtra Syrup on the Kidneys?

Maxtra rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Maxtra Syrup on the Liver?

Maxtra may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Maxtra Syrup on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Maxtra on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Maxtra Syrup with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Maxtra Syrup Contraindications

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

Glaucoma
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Maxtra Syrup

Is this Maxtra Syrup habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Maxtra Syrup has not been reported.

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

After taking Maxtra Syrup, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Maxtra Syrup can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Maxtra Syrup should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

Maxtra Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Maxtra Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Maxtra Syrup

It is safe to take Maxtra Syrup with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Maxtra Syrup

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Maxtra Syrup.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Maxtra Syrup

Maxtra Syrup Benefits & Uses

Maxtra Syrup Dosage & How to Take

Maxtra Syrup Side Effects

Maxtra Syrup Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of Maxtra Syrup with Other Drugs

Maxtra Syrup Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about Maxtra Syrup

Maxtra Syrup Interactions with Food and Alcohol

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