PANTHOR Expectorant 100ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Ammonium Chloride 100 mg+Chlorpheniramine 2 mg+Sodium Citrate 50 mg
Manufacturer
Juggat Pharma
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT PANTHOR SYRUPPANTHOR SYRUP is a combination of Ammonium chloride, Chlorpheniramine and Sodium Citrate which belongs to the group of medicines called Expectorant, Antihistamine and Mucolytic. It is used for the symptomatic management of cough. PANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver, kidney disease. Contact your doctor before taking it. PANTHOR SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with lung disease, mild to moderate liver, kidney dysfunction, severe high blood pressure, diabetes mellitus and heart disease. Contact your doctor before taking it. PANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless it is con
Uses
OF PANTHOR SYRUPManage: Cough
How It Works
PANTHOR SYRUP helps to manage cough, where Ammonium chloride is an expectorant works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine blocks the binding of histamine (responsible for allergic reactions such as sneezing, watery and itchy eyes and runny nose) to Histamine H1receptors, thus managing allergic reactions. Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic, thins and loosen phlegm in the nose, trachea and lung helps to make coughing. Together relives cough effectively.
Directions for Use
Take PANTHOR SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking PANTHOR SYRUP are nausea, dry mouth, fatigue, sedation, sleepiness, abnormal coordination, headache, if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF PANTHOR SYRUPManage: Cough HOW PANTHOR SYRUP WORKSPANTHOR SYRUP helps to manage cough, where Ammonium chloride is an expectorant works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine blocks the binding of histamine (responsible for allergic reactions such as sneezing, watery and itchy eyes and runny nose) to Histamine H1receptors, thus managing allergic reactions. Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic, thins and loosen phlegm in the nose, trachea and lung helps to make coughing. Together relives cough effectively. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake PANTHOR SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF PANTHOR SYRUPCOMMON nausea, dry mouth, fatigue sedation, sleepiness change in attention, abnormal coordination, dizziness, headache blurred vision
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless it is considered clearly necessary. Contact your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGPANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is considered clearly necessary as it may pass through the breast milk. Contact your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESPANTHOR SYRUP may cause drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision and psychomotor impairment. Do not drive or operate machine after taking PANTHOR SYRUP. ALCOHOLAvoid alcohol consumption while taking PANTHOR SYRUP as it may lead to unwanted effects. KIDNEYPANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney disease and it should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate kidney dysfunction. Contact your doctor before taking it. LIVERPANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with severe liver disease (Ex. cirrhosis or hepatitis) and it should be used with caution in patients with mild to moderate liver dysfunction. Contact your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not use PANTHOR SYRUP if you are allergic to Ammonium chloride, Chlorpheniramine and Sodium Citrate or to other ingredients of this medicine. LUNGSPANTHOR SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with lung diseases such as pulmonary oedema, bronchitis, bronchiectasis and asthma. Contact your doctor before taking it. HEART DISEASEPANTHOR SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with severe high blood pressure and cardiovascular disease. Contact your doctor before taking it. OTHERSPANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use if you have: metabolic acidosis (build-up of acid in the body) or respiratory acidosis (failure of lungs to eliminate excess carbon dioxide) severe metabolic alkalosis (due to vomiting) low sodium levels in blood high chloride levels in blood rare hereditary problems such as fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption and sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency Before taking PANTHOR SYRUP, inform your doctor if you have: fits glaucoma (increased eye pressure) prostate enlargement diabetes mellitus Use in Paediatrics: PANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age. It should be used with caution in children aged 6 to 12 years and are more likely to experience neurological effects and paradoxical excitation (Ex. increased energy, restlessness, nervousness). Contact your doctor before taking it. Use in Geriatrics: PANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in elderly patients aged 65 years or above with confusion. Contact your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking PANTHOR SYRUP, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine: monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors) Ex. moclobemide, selegiline (medicines used for depression and Parkinson’s disease) hypnotics or anxiolytics (used to manage panic disorders) Ex. diazepam, lorazepam antihistamines (medicines used to manage allergies) Ex. dimenhydrinate phenytoin (used to manage fits) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of PANTHOR SYRUP, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage are nausea, vomiting, thirst, headache, hyperventilation (rapid breathing) and progressive drowsiness and lead to profound acidosis and hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in blood), toxic psychosis, fits, apnoea (cessation of breathing during sleep), dystonic reactions (involuntary muscle contractions) and cardiovascular collapse including arrhythmias (irregular heart rhythms). SYNOPSIS Drug : Ammonium chloride, Chlorpheniramine and Sodium Citrate Pharmacological Category : Expectorant, Antihistamine and Mucolytic Therapeutic Indication : Cough Dosage Forms : Syrup MORE INFORMATION Keep PANTHOR SYRUP out of the sight and reach of children. Store PANTHOR SYRUP below 30°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about PANTHOR Expectorant 100ml.
How long can I use PANTHOR SYRUP?
Take PANTHOR SYRUP as advised by your physician. Do not use continuously for more than one week; consult your doctor for re-evaluation if your symptoms did not improve. Do not exceed the stated dose or frequency of dosing. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
How often can I take PANTHOR SYRUP?
Take PANTHOR SYRUP as advised by your physician. Generally 8ml is taken for every 6 hours in adults and children over 12 years and 4ml every 6 hours in children aged 6 to 12 years. Contact your doctor before taking it.
Who should not take PANTHOR SYRUP?
PANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients with allergic to ammonium chloride, chlorpheniramine and sodium citrate or to sucrose, severe liver or kidney disease, metabolic acidosis or respiratory acidosis, severe metabolic alkalosis, low sodium levels in blood, high chloride levels in blood and rare hereditary problems such as fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption and sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency. Contact your doctor before taking it.
What are the side effects of taking PANTHOR SYRUP?
The most common side effects of taking PANTHOR SYRUP are nausea, dry mouth, fatigue, sedation, sleepiness, abnormal coordination, headache, dizziness, blurred vision and change in attention. Contact your doctor if any of the symptoms worsen.
Can I use PANTHOR SYRUP in children?
PANTHOR SYRUP is not recommended for use in children below 6 years of age. It should be used with caution in children aged 6 to 12 years and are more likely to experience neurological effects and paradoxical excitation (Ex. increased energy, restlessness, nervousness). Contact your doctor before taking it.
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Last Updated
23 Jan 2023