LUPIHIST DM SYP

Overview

LUPIHIST DM SYP is a Schedule H drug.

LUPIHIST DM SYP is composed of: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE (150.0 MG), SODIUM CITRATE (80.0 MG), PSEUDOEPHEDRINE (30.0 MG), DIPHENHYDRAMINE (15.0 MG)


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.

Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant that shrinks blood vessels in the nasal passages. Dilated blood vessels can cause nasal congestion (stuffy nose). Pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal and sinus congestion, or congestion of the tubes that drain fluid from your inner ears, called the eustachian (yoo-STAY-shun) tubes.


Diphenhydramine 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. Diphenhydramine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, hives, skin rash, itching, and other cold or allergy symptoms. Diphenhydramine is also used to treat motion sickness, to induce sleep, and to treat certain symptoms of Parkinson’s disease.

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

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE can address symptoms like: Nasal Congestion

DIPHENHYDRAMINE is generally used to treat: Hives, Skin Rash, Common Cold, Allergy
DIPHENHYDRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Runny Nose, Eyes Watery Eyes

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?

LUPIHIST DM SYP is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for LUPIHIST DM 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.

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, increased eye pressure, sugar, difficulty in urinating, thyroid or heart disease, intestinal blockage, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Do not take appetite control medicines while taking this medication.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, increased eye pressure, ulcer, difficulty in urinating, enlarged prostate, heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcohol consumption. if it is topical one avoid contact with eyes and mouth.

Symptoms of Overdosage

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE over-dosage can result in: Slow Or Irregular Breathing, Hallucinations, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs)
DIPHENHYDRAMINE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty Breathing, Drowsiness, Seizures (uncontrollable Jerking Of Limbs), Eyes Enlarged (dilated) Pupils, Restless Or Irritability, Hallucinations

Common Side-Effects

SODIUM CITRATE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion
PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Nausea, Vomit, Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nervousness
DIPHENHYDRAMINE : Dizziness, Drowsiness, Loss Of Coordination, Nausea, Vomit, Constipation, Head Headache, Nervousness, Weakness (generalized)

Rare Side-Effects

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE : Skin Rash, Irregular Heartbeat, Mood Swings, Anxiety, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching
DIPHENHYDRAMINE : Skin Rash, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

DIPHENHYDRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Depression, Asthma, COPD, Hyperthyroidism, Hypotension, Acute Renal Failure

Technical Classification

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

PSEUDOEPHEDRINE is categorized as: DECONGESTANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
DIPHENHYDRAMINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for LUPIHIST DM SYP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LUPIHIST DM SYPINR 56 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 150.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 80.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 15.0 MG
LUPIHIST SYPINR 51.5 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 150.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 80.0 MG, PSEUDOEPHEDRINE 30.0 MG, DIPHENHYDRAMINE 15.0 MG