Appcin Dx Syrup

Uses of Appcin Dx Syrup

Relief of dry cough and associated throat irritation due to common cold/upper respiratory tract allergy (as per physician advice).

Key benefits

• Reduces dry cough
• Soothes throat irritation
• Provides symptomatic relief in common cold/allergy-related cough

How Appcin Dx Syrup works

DX cough syrups typically contain an antitussive that suppresses the cough reflex in the brain and may include agents that reduce allergy symptoms and thin mucus, easing cough and throat irritation. Exact mechanism depends on the active ingredients present in the formulation.

How to take Appcin Dx Syrup

Shake well before use. Measure dose with a cup/spoon and take by mouth as prescribed by the doctor. Can be taken with or without food; take at the same times each day. Do not exceed the recommended dose; avoid driving if it causes drowsiness.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take the missed dose of Appcin Dx as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and carry on with the usual schedule. Do not take two doses together to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Appcin Dx than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Appcin Dx Syrup

Most side effects of Appcin Dx are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Drowsiness
• dizziness
• nausea
• vomiting
• dry mouth
• stomach upset
• constipation

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Appcin Dx Syrup

Warnings and precautions

May cause sleepiness/dizziness—avoid driving or operating machinery. Do not use with other cough/cold products containing similar ingredients. Use with caution in liver disease, asthma/COPD, glaucoma, enlarged prostate/urinary retention, and in elderly. Not recommended for children unless prescribed. Seek medical help if cough persists >7 days, is recurrent, or is accompanied by fever, rash, breathing difficulty, or thick/colored sputum.

Interactions with other medicines

Alcohol and other CNS depressants (increased drowsiness), MAO inhibitors/linezolid/methylene blue (risk of serious reactions if dextromethorphan is present), serotonergic medicines such as SSRIs/SNRIs/triptans (risk of serotonin syndrome if dextromethorphan is present), sedating antihistamines, opioids, benzodiazepines

How to store Appcin Dx Syrup

Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct light. Keep bottle tightly closed. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

LEWIN HEALTHCARE

Therapeutic class:

Cough & Cold

Drug class:

Antitussive (exact class depends on composition)