Lincotus DX Dry Cough Formula, Ambroxol/ Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide/ Phenylephrine/ Chlorpheniramine Maleate/ Menthol

Name: Lincotus DX Dry Cough Formula, Ambroxol/ Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide/ Phenylephrine/ Chlorpheniramine Maleate/ Menthol
Brand: Lincotus DX Dry Cough Formula
SKU: 10437

US Brand Name

Lincotus DX Dry Cough Formula

Generic Name

Ambroxol/ Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide/ Phenylephrine/ Chlorpheniramine Maleate/ Menthol

Other Brand Name

Lincotus DX Dry Cough Formula

Packing

100ml

Manufacturer

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Form

Oral Suspension

Strength

Ambroxol 15 mg/5 mL / Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5 mL / Phenylephrine 5 mg/5 mL / Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg/5 mL / Menthol 1.5 mg/5 mL

Country

India

Ambroxol 15 mg/5 mL / Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide 10 mg/5 mL / Phenylephrine 5 mg/5 mL / Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg/5 mL / Menthol 1.5 mg/5 mL 100 mL Oral Suspension USD $11.04

Ambroxol　

Uses

Ambroxol is used in the treatment of allergic disorders and the symptoms it can cause

How it Works

Ambroxol　is used known as an antihistamine, it works by blocking histamine receptors and increasing the breakdown of mucus.Ambroxol works by selectively inhibiting the H1 histamine receptors therefore preventing histamine from acting on its receptors Ambroxol helps to alleviate the symptoms caused by hay fever or other allergies (such as a runny nose and watery eyes). Ambroxol has secretolytic properties, and it works by reducing the viscosity (thickness) of mucus, allowing for more of it to be removed from the body.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Ambroxol may suffer from such side effects;

Headache
Digestive upset
Dry feeling inside the mouth
Discomfort affecting the throat
Feelings of fatigue or somnolence
Constipation,
Diarrhoea,
Difficulty in urination,
Heartburn,
Itching,
Nausea,
Rash

Phenylephrine

Uses

Phenylephrine is used in the treatment of nasal congestion, pupil dilation and low blood pressure that can occur during different type of anesthesia

How it Works

Phenylephrine works by decreasing swelling in the blood vessels of the nose and ears, thus lessening discomfort and making it easier to breathe. Phenylephrine is also be used dilate the eyes prior to eye surgery.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Phenylephrine may suffer from such side effects;

Nausea,
Vomiting,
Headache,
Palpitations,
Increased blood pressure,
Increased heart rate,
Irregular Heart beat

Dextromethorphan

Uses

Dextromethorphan is used in the treatment of dry cough.

How it Works

Dextromethorphan is known as a cough suppressant, Dextromethorphan works by affecting the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Dextromethorphan can include the symptoms below;

Sedation,
Sleepiness,
Weakness,
Dehydration,
Dizziness,
Lightheadedness,
Headache,
Sweating,
Anemia,
Fatigue,
Vomiting,
Nausea,
Edema,
Constipation,
Dry mouth.

Chlorpheniramine maleate

Uses

Chlorpheniramine maleate is used for the treatment of allergies and the symptoms it can cause

How it Works

Chlorpheniramine maleate is known as an antihistamine. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the effects of histamine, histamine is a substance released by cells in the body that produce allergy symptoms.

Common Side effects

Patients who take Chlorpheniramine maleate may suffer from such side effects;

Drowsiness,
Dizziness,
Nausea,
Stomach pain,
Constipation,
Blurred vision,
Dry mouth/nose/throat

Menthol

Uses

Menthol is used in the treatment of itching, dermatitis and eczema.

How it Works

Menthol works by activating the cold-sensitive TRPM8 receptors in the skin. Menthol, causes a feeling of coolness due to stimulation of cold receptors by inhibiting Ca++ currents of neuronal membranes. Menthol may also yield analgesic properties via kappa-opioid receptor agonism.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Menthol can include the symptoms below;

Balance disorder,
Vomiting,
Altered heart rate,
Drowsiness,
Hypersensitivity reaction,
Nausea,
Abdominal pain,
Contact dermatitis,
Skin irritation,
Apnea,
Nystagmus,
Vertigo