Drifen Oral Suspension
bottle of 60.0 ml Oral Suspension.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Paracetamol (50mg) + Phenylephrine (5mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Xenial Pharma |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Drifen Oral Suspension is a medicine used in the treatment of common cold symptoms, providing relief from symptoms such as headache, sore throat, runny nose, muscular pain, and fever. Drifen Oral Suspension can be taken with or without food. The dose and duration will depend on the severity of your condition. You should keep taking the medicine even if you feel better until the doctor says it is alright to stop using it. Using this medicine may cause a few common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, dizziness, and headache. If any of these side effects do not resolve with time or get worse, you should let your doctor know. Your doctor may be able to suggest ways of preventing or reducing the side effects. In general, you should try to use the smallest amount necessary to control your symptoms.
Drifen Oral Suspension is a combination of three medicines:
What are the active ingredients in Drifen Oral Suspension?
Drifen Oral Suspension contains a combination of three medicines: Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol / Acetaminophen, and Phenylephrine. These ingredients work together to relieve symptoms of colds, such as runny nose, watery eyes, fever, and headache.
Is Drifen Oral Suspension safe for most patients?
Yes, Drifen Oral Suspension is generally considered safe in most patients. However, it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, allergic reactions, sleepiness, and headache, as well as less common or rare side effects.
How long should I continue taking Drifen Oral Suspension?
You can usually discontinue Drifen Oral Suspension when your symptoms are relieved. However, if your doctor has advised you to take this medicine for a longer period, please follow their instructions and complete the full course of treatment.
Can I experience dizziness while taking Drifen Oral Suspension?
Yes, some patients may feel dizzy or lightheaded when using Drifen Oral Suspension. If you experience this side effect, it is recommended to rest for a while and resume once you feel better.
Can the use of Drifen Oral Suspension cause liver damage?
While Drifen Oral Suspension is generally safe when taken according to the recommended dose, an overdose or taking this medicine with alcohol can increase the risk of liver damage. It's essential to follow the instructions carefully and avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication.
How should I store Drifen Oral Suspension?
To maintain its effectiveness and safety, keep Drifen Oral Suspension in its original container or pack, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions provided, and dispose of any unused medicine properly, ensuring it is not accessible to pets, children, or other individuals.
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. Drifen Oral Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking this medicine as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
- Do not take it with any other medicine containing paracetamol (drugs for pain/fever or cough-and-cold) without asking your doctor first.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Drifen Oral Suspension.
Breastfeed
Drifen Oral Suspension is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Drifen Oral Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
