Type Of Medicine: bottle

Uses / Indications: Dricoril Syrup is used in the treatment of dry cough.

Pregnancy interaction:
• Dricoril Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

Side Effects:
• Nausea, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Headache.

How to use:
• 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. Dricoril Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.

How it works:
• Dricoril Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine and Dextromethorphan which relieve dry cough. Phenylephrine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.