Febrex Plus Syrup 60 ml

Febrex Plus Syrup belongs to the class of medication called 'cough and cold medications' primarily used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Febrex Plus Syrup is a combination of three drugs, namely: Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic), Phenylephrine hydrochloride (decongestant), and Chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine/antiallergic). Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine hydrochloride works by shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage. Thereby providing relief from congestion and decreasing excess mucus production. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy.

Take Febrex Plus Syrup as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to take Febrex Plus Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, nervousness, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, constipation, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Febrex Plus Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Febrex Plus Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Febrex Plus Syrup. Do not use Febrex Plus Syrup if you are breastfeeding without a doctor’s advice, as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Febrex Plus Syrup is not recommended for children below 4 years. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Febrex Plus Syrup as it may cause liver damage. 

Febrex Plus Syrup contains Paracetamol, Phenylephrine hydrochloride, and Chlorpheniramine maleate. Paracetamol is a mild analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins that are responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine hydrochloride is a decongestant that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby, providing relief from congestion and decreasing mucus production. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness.

If you are allergic to Febrex Plus Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Febrex Plus Syrup. Do not use Febrex Plus Syrup if you are breastfeeding without a doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Febrex Plus Syrup is not recommended for children below 4 years. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Febrex Plus Syrup as it may cause liver damage.  If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in the stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Febrex Plus Syrup.

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

• Drowsiness
• Nervousness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep)
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Dry mouth

• Do not give Febrex Plus Syrup to children below 4 years of age.
• Do not take Febrex Plus Syrup for longer than 7 days in a row (for adults) and 5 days (for the children above 4 years).
• If you have allergic skin reactions like skin redness or rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling, immediately contact a doctor.

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’ affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like pollutants, dust, etc. The symptoms of the common cold include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy, or runny nose. In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which is not an indication of bacterial infection.

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