Delcon Syrup belongs to a class of medication called 'cough and cold medications' primarily used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes or itchy/watery nose and throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat, mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus.' The virus attacks the body through the mouth, nose, or eyes and spreads quickly through droplets in the air when a person is sick, sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Delcon Syrup is composed of three medicines, namely: Chlorpheniramine (anti-histamine), Phenylpropanolamine (decongestant) and Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic). Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylpropanolamine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as 'prostaglandins' responsible for pain and fever.

Delcon Syrup should be taken as advised by your doctor. The dose of this medicine will be based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, sleepiness, nausea, fatigue, difficulty sleeping, and headache. Everyone doesn't need to experience the above side effects. In some cases, Delcon Syrup may cause a severe allergic skin reaction, probably due to paracetamol, which may disappear in some time.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding before starting Delcon Syrup. If you have high blood pressure (hypertension),  liver or kidney disease, or coronary artery disease (heart disease), avoid using Delcon Syrup as it may worsen your condition and symptom. Do not take Delcon Syrup if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. Intake of more than 4 gm of paracetamol can damage your liver, so it is better to avoid the use of Delcon Syrup in severe liver damage. Phenylpropanolamine in Delcon Syrup should be used with caution in patients with occlusive vascular disease (nerve/artery blockage), including Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers).

Delcon Syrup is primarily used to treat the common cold and allergic symptoms like sneezing, watery eyes, or itchy/watery nose and throat. It is composed of four medicines, namely: Chlorpheniramine, Phenylpropanolamine, and Paracetamol. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines or anti-allergic drugs; it helps to treat allergy symptoms like runny and stuffy nose and watery eyes. Phenylpropanolamine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing a stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that lowers body temperature and body pain caused due to cold.

• Drowsiness

• Nervousness

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep)

• Allergic reactions

If you are allergic to Delcon Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Delcon Syrup. Do not use Delcon Syrup in breastfeeding mothers without a doctor’s advice. Delcon Syrup is not recommended for children below 4 years. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Delcon Syrup as it may cause liver damage and can be lethal.  If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), stomach ulcer, enlarged prostate gland,  kidney, liver, heart, or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Delcon Syrup. Do not take Delcon Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days. Also, avoid intake of chocolate, alcohol, and caffeine-containing beverages like coffee as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Do not take Delcon Syrup if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. Phenylpropanolamine in Delcon Syrup should be used with caution in patients with occlusive vascular disease (nerve/artery blockage), including Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers).

Drug-Drug Interaction: Delcon Syrup may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressants (duloxetine, imipramine, amitriptyline), anticonvulsants (clonazepam), antianxiety drug (alprazolam), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), bronchodilator (albuterol, theophylline), sleeping agent (ramelteon), pain killers (ibuprofen).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of Delcon Syrup with caffeine-containing foods (like coffee) and alcoholic beverages as they may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), stomach ulcer, Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers), enlarged prostate gland,  kidney, liver, heart, or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Delcon Syrup.

• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• DULOXETINE
• IMIPRAMINE
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• CLONAZEPAM
• ALPRAZOLAM
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• ALBUTEROL
• THEOPHYLLINE
• RAMELTEON
• IBUPROFEN

• Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
• Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria, like yogurt to improve overall health.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and keep the throat lubricated.
• Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
• Avoid alcohol consumption with Delcon Syrup as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

• Avoid alcohol consumption with Delcon Syrup as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
• Do not take Delcon Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.
• Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Delcon Syrup as it contains caffeine, which can pass in the breast milk, which may have a stimulating effect on a breastfed child.

Common cold: The virus, commonly referred to as 'rhinoviruses,' which affects the nose and throat, causes the common cold (upper respiratory tract). Children under six years are most at risk for colds, but healthy adults can also be affected by getting 2 to 3 colds a year. Most people recover from cold symptoms in a week to ten days. Smokers and those who are exposed to allergens like pollen, dust, and other irritants may experience symptoms that last longer. Sneezing, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body aches, low fever, mild headache, and unwell are all symptoms of the common cold. The nasal discharge may occasionally thicken and turn yellow or green, but this is not always a sign of a bacterial infection.

Allergies: These occur when foreign elements that cause allergy-causing agents (allergens) attack and invade our body, thereby causing the release of histamines. This chemical messenger 'histamines' causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose, throat, and watery eyes. Allergies generally occur due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever, etc.