Sparcof Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Sparkles Exim Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient Bromhexine (4mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (5mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.7
User Reviews686

FAQ

Question
What if you forget to take Sparcof?
If you miss a dose of Sparcof, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Answer

Sparcof Syrup Reviews

Sparcof is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

Sparcof is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, upset stomach, bloating, headache, rash, and sweating. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make dizziness worse.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

How Sparcof Syrup Works

Sparcof is a combination of three medicines:.

How to Use Sparcof Syrup

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Sparcof may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Sparcof Syrup

  • In Dry cough: A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Sparcof suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Sparcof, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Uses of Sparcof Syrup

  • Dry cough

Sparcof Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  UNSAFE
Sparcof is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sparcof may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol  CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sparcof. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sparcof is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Sparcof may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Sparcof may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Sparcof during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Inform your docotor if you have or have ever had a breathing problem such as asthma, emphysema, or chronic bronchitis.
  • Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
  • Sparcof is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
  • Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.

References

  1. Drugs.com. Chlorpheniramine.
  2. Drugs.com. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
  3. ScienceDirect. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide.
  4. ScienceDirect. Bromhexine.
  5. European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol and bromhexine containing medicinal products. 2015.
  6. Chlorpheniramine. Brentford, Middlesex: GlaxoSmithKline Consumer Healthcare; 1997 [revised 12 Apr. 2016].

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