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Biofina Pharmaceuticals
SALT COMPOSITION
Chlorpheniramine Maleate (1mg) + Phenylephrine (2.5mg)
Storage
Store below 30°C
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Product introduction
Alvoril Syrup is a combination medicine used for the symptomatic treatment of common cold in children. It helps relieve discomfort caused by a runny nose, blocked nose, and sneezing, allowing the child to breathe more easily and feel better.
Alvoril Syrup may be given to your child with or without food. Always follow the exact dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. The dosage will depend on your child’s age, weight, and the severity of symptoms. Do not stop the medicine early, even if your child seems to be feeling better, unless advised by the doctor.
Common side effects may include nausea, vomiting, or headache. These are usually mild and temporary. However, if you notice anything unusual or are concerned about how your child is responding to the medicine, consult your doctor promptly. This medicine may also cause drowsiness, so avoid engaging your child in activities that require alertness until you know how it affects them.
Make sure your child stays well hydrated while taking Alvoril Syrup. Inform your doctor if your child has any history of liver or kidney problems, as the dose may need to be adjusted accordingly.
Note: As per the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Alvoril Syrup should not be used in children below 4 years of age.
Uses of Alvoril Syrup
- Treatment of Common cold
Benefits of Alvoril Syrup
In Treatment of Common cold
Alvoril Syrup effectively relieves symptoms associated with common cold in children, such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. It helps loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. It also shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours. These actions make breathing easier. Alvoril Syrup usually starts working within a few minutes, and the effects can last up to several hours.
Side effects of Alvoril Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alvoril
- Sedation
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Headache
How to use Alvoril Syrup
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. Alvoril Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Alvoril Syrup works
Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic that helps relieve symptoms such as runny nose, watery eyes, and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that works by narrowing the small blood vessels in the nasal passages, thereby relieving nasal congestion and stuffiness.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Alvoril Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alvoril Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alvoril Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Alvoril Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alvoril Syrup in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Alvoril Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.