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Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension

Manufactured byALEMBIC LTD
ContainsParacetamol (250 mg/5 ml) + Phenylephrine (5 mg/5 ml) + Chlorpheniramine (2 mg/5 ml) + Sodium Citrate (60 mg/5 ml)
Description
Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, and Sodium Citrate. This medicine is commonly prescribed to children to treat the symptoms of the common cold such as sneezing, runny nose, watery eyes, nasal congestion, etc. along with cough and fever. Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension may cause side effects such as drowsiness, fatigue, dryness in the mouth, dizziness, headache, etc. Consult the doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe. Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension should be given exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Give it at the same time every day to maintain a constant level of this medicine in your child's body. Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is not recommended for use if your child is allergic to it. Inform the doctor about your child's medical history and if he/she is on an ongoing medicine regime.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension

  • Nausea or Vomiting
  • Sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Increase in the blood pressure
  • Nasal irritation
  • Difficult or painful urination
  • Visual disturbances

Uses of Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension

What is it prescribed for?

  • Common Cold and Cough associated with Fever
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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 Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension remains active in the 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 Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is only recommended in children.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is only recommended in children.

Allergy

Avoid giving Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension if your child is allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any allergic symptoms such as skin rash, redness and/or itching, sneezing, breathing difficulty, etc after taking this medicine.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO) are a class of medicines used to treat depression. Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is not recommended if your child has taken monoamine oxidase inhibitors within the last 14 days due to the increased risk of severe side effects.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is only recommended in children.

Breast-feeding

Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is only recommended in children.
General warnings

Chronic Malnutrition

Chronic malnutrition is a condition that occurs when a child does not eat the correct balance of nutrients. Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension should be used with extreme caution in children malnourished children due to the increased risk of severe side effects.

Seizure

Seizure, also known as epilepsy or fits, is a central nervous system condition in which abnormal electrical signals in the brain are generated, resulting in involuntary movements of the hands and legs, spasms, unusual behaviour, loss of sensation and loss of consciousness. This unusual behaviour, loss of sensation and awareness is a seizure attack. Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension should be used with caution if your child has this condition due to the increased risk of worsening of the condition.

Use in Children

Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is not recommended for use in children below two years of age since the safety and efficacy of its use are not clinically established.

Missed Dose

Give the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case your child takes an overdose of Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension.
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

Carbamazepine

Zolpidem

Gabapentin

Disease interactions

Liver Disease

Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension should be used with caution if your child has a pre-existing liver problem as it may increase the risk of liver damage. Hence, inform the doctor before starting the treatment with this medication.

Glaucoma

Glaucoma is a condition of optic nerve damage (the nerve connecting the eye to the brain) due to high intraocular pressure (fluid pressure inside the eyes). Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is not recommended if your child has this condition due to severe worsening of the condition.

Kidney Disease

Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is eliminated by kidneys and should be used with caution if your child has pre-existing kidney problems due to the increased risk of side effects, resulting from the accumulation of this medicine in the body.
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 Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension exactly as advised by the doctor. Do not give it in larger amounts than prescribed. Consult the doctor if your child experiences any undesirable effects. It is advised that you should inform the doctor about all the medicines or herbal products that your child is taking. Do not stop taking the medicine before completion of the course/without consulting your 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
Wikoryl DS Oral Suspension is a combination of Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, and Sodium Citrate. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a chemical substance in your body responsible for allergic symptoms. Thus, it provides relief from allergies. Paracetamol works by preventing the formation of prostaglandin, the chemical responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine acts on the blood vessels in the nose and helps in relieving congestion. Sodium Citrate acts as a mucolytic. It works by reducing mucus thickness, improving its clearance, and making it easier to cough out.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Miscellaneous analgesics, Decongestants, Antihistamines

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Feb 2023

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