Medicine Details
Sansadryl Syrup
Manufacturer: SandMartin Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition: Bromhexine (4mg/5ml) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (5mg/5ml) + Phenylephrine (5mg/5ml) + Menthol (2.5mg/5ml)
Medicine Type: allopathy
Introduction: In Dry cough A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Sansadryl Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Along with taking Sansadryl Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Benefits: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Sansadryl Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Description: Sansadryl Syrup is a medicine used to treat dry cough. It works by directly suppressing the cough reflex in the brain. It also produces a cool sensation and relieves minor throat irritation as well as provides relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Sansadryl 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are stomach upset, loss of appetite, flushing of skin, skin rash, itching, and insomnia. 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 make sleepiness worse. Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.
How to Use: Sansadryl Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Bromhexine, dextromethorphan, phenylephrine and menthol which relieve dry cough. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough center in the brain. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Menthol is an organic compound which produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.
Safety Advice: If you miss a dose of Sansadryl 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.
If Missed: bottle of 100 ml Syrup
Packaging: Bottle
Packaging Type:
Primary Use: Dry cough
Side Effects: Loss of appetite | Flushing of skin | Skin rash | Itching | Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE
Pregnancy Interaction:
Lactation Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Driving Interaction:
Kidney Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Liver Interaction: UNSAFE