Acefyl Syrup 125ml

Acefyl Syrup Uses

Acefyl syrup is a cough syrup composed of two active ingredients, acefylline and diphenhydramine, a bronchodilator and an antiallergic medication respectively. Acefyl syrup is used for suppressing coughs and allergies that cause coughing.

Acefylline is a bronchodilator, which means it relaxes and dilates the bronchial muscles. When you have asthma, the bronchial muscles constrict, due to which efficient gas exchange can not take place and your breathing is affected. Sometimes you may also have a cough due to asthma. So the acefylline can help relax the bronchial muscles, so that you can breathe with ease and asthma can be relieved.

Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that is used for sneezing, allergy, hay fever, and insomnia. It is a sedating drug, which means it causes sleepiness. Diphenhydramine works by blocking the actions of histamine- an inflammatory mediator that causes allergy.

Acefyl Syrup 125ml formula

• Acefylline
• Diphenhydramine

Available forms

• Syrup

Risks and warnings

You should know the risks and warnings of Acefyl syrup to prevent its misuse.

There are some specific circumstances under which the use of certain medications is contraindicated or considered dangerous. So if you are taking any medicine its always a good practice to familiarize yourself with its risks and warnings.

The risks and warnings associated with Acefyl syrup are:

Sedatives

If you are already taking sedatives or sleeping aids, take Acefyl with extreme caution as it can make you feel dizzy. Always consult with your healthcare provider if you are combining any other drug, especially any sleeping pill with Acefyl syrup.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If you are pregnant, do not take Acefyl syrup unless your doctor advises. It can affect the health of your baby. Breastfeeding mothers should also consult with a healthcare provider before taking it.

Operating machinery

Do not drive a car or operate any machinery while you take Acefyl syrup, as it can cause sedation, which can eventually lead to accidents.

Hypertension

If you have hypertension, you should tell your healthcare provider beforehand.

Palpitations

If you have a complaint of palpitations, acefyl can exacerbate it. Therefore you should tell your healthcare provider about it.

How to use Acefyl Syrup 125ml?

• Measure the syrup with a medicine cup or a special dose-measuring spoon.
• If you do not have one, you can ask the pharmacist to give you one.
• You need to be more cautious while giving the syrup to the child.

Acefyl Syrup Side Effects

The common side effects of Acefyl syrup are:

• Blurred vision
• Stomach upset
• Dizziness and sleepiness
• Dry mouth, nose, and throat
• A feeling of pounding heart in the chest
• Headache
• Urinary incontinence or difficulty urination

Drug Interactions

Drug interactions occur when you take two or more drugs that may alter the effect of each other or lead to adverse reactions. You must tell your healthcare provider if you take other medications.

Acefyl may interact with the following medications:

• Other antihistamines such as fexofenadine, pheniramine, chlorpheniramine, loratadine, cetirizine, and others.
• CNS depressants such as lorazepam, diazepam, bromazepam and others.
• Cough relief medications such as codeine and hydrocodone
• Morphine
• Muscle relaxants such as carisoprodol, orphenadrine and cyclobenzaprine.

To avoid drug interactions, you must give a complete history to the healthcare provider about other health conditions you have and what medicines you have been taking. At times, a dose adjustment can help prevent drug interactions.

Storage Conditions

• Keep the product out of the reach and sight of children.
• Store it at room temperature.