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Sinarest AF Drops

Manufactured byCENTAUR PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsChlorpheniramine (1 mg/ml) + Phenylephrine (2.5 mg/ml)
Description
Sinarest AF Drops is a combination of Chlorpheniramine and Phenylephrine. It is used in children to relieve symptoms caused by conditions such as the common cold, sinusitis (swelling of the sinus, hollow spaces in the facial bones around the nose), allergic rhinitis (swelling of the lining of the nose due to an allergy), etc. Sinarest AF Drops works by stopping the release of a chemical substance that causes allergic symptoms. It also reduces the swelling of the blood vessels in the nasal (nose) passages. Thus, it helps relieve symptoms of common cold and allergies such as runny nose, sneezing, cough, itching of the nose and throat, watery eyes, blocked or stuffy nose, etc. Sinarest AF Drops shows some common side effects such as headache, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, sleepiness, etc. These side effects will subside on their own. Consult the doctor if these side effects bother your child for a long time or become severe. Sinarest AF Drops can be given with or without food, as instructed by the doctor. Avoid giving more than the recommended dose. Make sure your child takes this medicine for the recommended duration. Do not discontinue this medicine without consulting the doctor, as the symptoms could reoccur, and your child's condition may worsen. Sinarest AF Drops is not recommended for use if your child is allergic to it. Inform your doctor if your child is on any other medications or has pre-existing medical conditions. It will help the doctor adjust the dose of the medicine to avoid any undesired effects.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Sinarest AF Drops

  • Sleepiness
  • Blurred vision
  • Dry mouth
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Nausea
  • Nasal irritation
  • Tiredness

Uses of Sinarest AF Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Common Cold
  • Nasal congestion
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Sinarest AF Drops to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Sinarest AF Drops remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Sinarest AF Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Sinarest AF Drops is intended for use in children.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Sinarest AF Drops is intended for use in children.

Allergy

Avoid giving Sinarest AF Drops to your child if he/she is allergic to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of allergic symptoms such as skin rash, redness and/or itching (especially of the face, lips, throat, etc.), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc., after giving this medicine to your child.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Sinarest AF Drops is intended for use in children.

Breast-feeding

Sinarest AF Drops is intended for use in children.
General warnings

Kidney/Liver Disease

Sinarest AF Drops is broken down in the liver and removed from the body by the kidneys. Therefore, it should be used with caution if your child has liver or kidney problems, as it may increase the risk of undesired effects.

Alcohol-containing medicines

Sinarest AF Drops should be used with caution if your child is receiving any alcohol-containing medicines due to the increased risk of side effects. Inform the doctor about your child's current medicines, including any herbs and supplements, before beginning treatment with Sinarest AF Drops.

Missed Dose

Give the missed dose of Sinarest AF Drops as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never give more than the prescribed dose of Sinarest AF Drops to your child. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose of this medicine for further guidance.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Nortriptyline

Alprazolam

Betaxolol

Linezolid

Phenobarbital

Metformin

Disease interactions

Gastrointestinal blockage

Avoid giving Sinarest AF Drops if your child has stomach or intestinal obstruction disorders (partial impairment or complete arrest of the passage of food fluid, digestive secretions, and gas through the intestine), as it may worsen your child's condition.

Asthma

Asthma is a condition in which the airways become narrow and cause breathing difficulty. Sinarest AF Drops should be used with caution if your child has asthma or any other respiratory problems, as it may worsen your child's condition.

Cardiovascular disease

Sinarest AF Drops should be used with extreme caution if your child has any condition related to the heart and blood vessels. This medicine can cause increased heart rate and high blood pressure, especially if given in high doses. Consult the doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

Diabetes

Diabetes refers to high blood sugar levels. Sinarest AF Drops should be used with caution if your child has diabetes due to the increased risk of high blood sugar levels. Consult the doctor before giving this medicine to your child.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a condition where the pressure within the eyeballs is abnormally high that can damage the optic nerve and lead to eventual loss of vision. Sinarest AF Drops should be used with caution if your child has glaucoma, as it may increase the fluid pressure inside the eyes, which may worsen the condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Give Sinarest AF Drops to your child as per dose and duration suggested by your paediatrician. Inform the doctor if your child experiences any severe side effects that persist or become worse. Give this medicine to your child for the recommended duration. Do not stop giving this medication to your child without consulting the doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Sinarest AF Drops is composed of Chlorpheniramine and Phenyephrine. Chlorpheniramine blocks the action of a chemical substance (histamine) in the body that causes allergic symptoms. Phenylephrine acts by reducing the swelling of the blood vessels in the nasal passages, making it easier to breathe.
Legal Status

Unknown

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Upper respiratory combinations

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Feb 2022

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