CAPEX SYP

Overview

CAPEX SYP is a Schedule G drug.

CAPEX SYP is composed of: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE (25 MG/ML), SODIUM CITRATE (11 MG/ML), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (0.8 MG/ML), MENTHOL (0.2 MG/ML)


Sodium Citrate is used for clear mucus from lungs.Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose Chlorpheniramine is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, thecommon cold, or the flu..

Usage

SODIUM CITRATE is generally used to treat: Urinary Calculi
SODIUM CITRATE can address symptoms like: Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Pain With Urination, Nausea, Vomit, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Frequent Urination, Body Excessive Sweating

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
CHLORPHENIRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

CAPEX SYP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for CAPEX SYP and its Constituents



  • Do not use sodium citrate enema excessively as long term use of this medicine may lead to diarrhea and fluid loss.
  • Sodium citrate should be taken after meals to prevent stomach or intestinal side effects.
  • Do not take if you are allergic to sodium citrate or any of its ingredients.
  • Do not give to patients with diabetes, heart or kidney disease, high blood pressure (hypertension), sugar intolerance,Addison’s disease ,aluminium toxicity or patients on a low salt (sodium) diet.
  • Do not give to patients with inflammatory digestive tract or bowel diseases (e.g. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis).
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women.

  • Avoid excess dosage.
  • Avoid long-term use of this medication.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, sugar, blood vessel problems, stroke, increased eye pressure, intestinal blockage, ulcer, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

Common Side-Effects

SODIUM CITRATE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion
CHLORPHENIRAMINE : Fever, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Hoarse Voice, Face Swelling, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Nervousness, Frequent Urination, Arms Joint Pain, Eyes Double Vision (with One Eye Covered)

Technical Classification

SODIUM CITRATE is categorized as:
  • LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
  • URINARY PH MODIFIERS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for CAPEX SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

CAPEX SYPINR 60 for 100 ML EXPECTORANTAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 25 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 11 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

BLISKOF SYPINR 52 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 200.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 60.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.15 MG
NUHIST SYPINR 85.02 for 100 ML EXPECTORANTAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 120.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 50.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG
RESPICOF SYPINR 38 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 70.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 35.0 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 0.5 MG
TOREX SYPINR 76.5 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 15 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 10 MG/ML, EPINASTINE 1 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.2 MG/ML