Maxtra Syrup 60 ml belongs to the combination medication called 'anti-allergics' primarily used to treat symptoms caused by the common cold, flu, allergies and other breathing problems like sinusitis and bronchitis. An allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander.

Maxtra Syrup 60 ml contains Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that narrows the small blood vessels, relieving the nose's congestion or stuffiness. Together, Maxtra Syrup 60 ml effectively reduces allergic symptoms.

Maxtra Syrup 60 ml can be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The most common side effects of Maxtra Syrup 60 ml are drowsiness, dizziness, headache, dry mouth/nose/throat, upset stomach, constipation, or trouble sleeping.   Most of these side effects of Maxtra Syrup 60 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. however, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Do not stop taking Maxtra Syrup 60 ml even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. Inform your doctor about all other medications you have been taking before starting Maxtra Syrup 60 ml. Please tell your doctor before starting Maxtra Syrup 60 ml if you have a liver problem, are pregnant, or breastfeeding. Maxtra Syrup 60 ml may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Maxtra Syrup 60 ml with any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) as it may lead to serious drug interaction.

Maxtra Syrup 60 ml is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms. It is a combination drug containing Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine/antiallergic) and phenylephrine (decongestant), primarily used to treat common cold symptoms like runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing. Chlorpheniramine is an anti-histaminemine that blocks histamine in the body, which is known to cause common cold symptoms. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing a stuffy nose. Together, both of them effectively reduce allergic and cold symptoms.

• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Dry mouth/nose/throat
• Upset of stomach
• Constipation
• Trouble in sleeping

Do not take Maxtra Syrup 60 ml if you are allergic to histamines, Maxtra Syrup 60 ml, or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before starting Maxtra Syrup 60 ml. If you have or have ever had cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or benign prostatic hyperplasia, please do not take the Maxtra Syrup 60 ml as it is known to interact. Also, inform your doctor about all other medications you have taken before starting Maxtra Syrup 60 ml. Do not stop taking Maxtra Syrup 60 ml even if you feel better without asking your doctor, as your symptoms may come back and may even worsen your condition. Maxtra Syrup 60 ml may cause drowsiness and sleepiness, so it is advised not to drive a car or operate machinery. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. If you need to undergo surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Maxtra Syrup 60 ml, as it should not be taken during surgery. Do not take Maxtra Syrup 60 ml if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Maxtra Syrup 60 ml have interactions with other anti-allergic medications (cetirizine, fluticasone, diphenhydramine), blood thinners (aspirin),  cough suppressant drugs (dextromethorphan), anti-hypertensive medications (atorvastatin), anti-asthma medications (albuterol), medicines used for stomach problems (pantoprazole), anti-depressants (isocarboxazid, rasagiline, linezolid, tranylcypromine).

Drug-Food Interactions: Alcohol should not be used along with Maxtra Syrup 60 ml.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Maxtra Syrup 60 ml should not be taken by the people who have or ever had cardiovascular disease, asthma, kidney or liver disease, diabetes, glaucoma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) or enlarged prostate gland, difficulty in urination, intestinal ulcer or blockage.

• CETIRIZINE
• FLUTICASONE
• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• ASPIRIN
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• ATORVASTATIN
• ALBUTEROL
• PANTOPRAZOLE
• ISOCARBOXAZID
• RASAGILINE
• LINEZOLID
• TRANYLCYPROMINE

• Staying hydrated is vital for those with a cough or cold. Drinking liquids at room temperature can alleviate cough, runny nose, and sneezing.
• The immune system is affected by stress and raises the risk of being sick. An individual can exercise regularly, meditate, do deep breathing, and try progressive muscle relaxation techniques to relieve stress.
• Try to sleep at least 8 hours each night to stay fit and safe.
• It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. Certain food items are known to cause allergies to you.
• Maintain personal hygiene and keep your surroundings clean.

• It is advised to avoid contact with known allergens (allergy-causing agents) such as pollen, dust, etc. It might help reduce the severity of your symptoms.
• Maxtra Syrup 60 ml may interfere with certain lab tests like brain scans for Parkinson's disease and urine drug screening tests. So before undergoing these tests, please let the doctor know that you are taking Maxtra Syrup 60 ml.

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by viruses, mainly 'rhinovirus', affecting your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than six years of age 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 dust, pollutants, etc. Symptoms of a common cold might include a stuffy or runny nose, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pain or a mild headache, sneezing, low-grade fever, and feeling unwell (malaise). In some cases, the discharge from your nose may become thicker and yellow or green, which does not indicate a bacterial infection. If you observe these symptoms, immediately contact your doctor.

Allergy is an immune system response to foreign elements typically not harmful to your body. These foreign elements are known as 'allergens.' Allergic condition varies from person to person. Some might be allergic to certain foods and seasonal allergies like hay fever. At the same time, others might be allergic to pollen or pet dander. Maxtra Syrup 60 ml is a non-drowsy antihistamine, making it less likely to make you feel sleepy than other antihistamines or antiallergics.