Supressor Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Bio Sars Pharma Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Menthol (1mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (10mg) + Phenylpropanolamine (12.5mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	674

FAQ

What if you forget to take Supressor?

If you miss a dose of Supressor, 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.

Supressor Syrup Reviews

Supressor is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the blood vessels in the nose to relieve congestion. It also relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.

Supressor is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is better to take it with food to avoid stomach upset. 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, upset stomach, high blood pressure, insomnia, and palpitations. 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 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 sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any lung, liver or kidney disease. You should tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy.

How Supressor Syrup Works

Supressor is a combination of four medicines: Menthol, Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide and Phenylpropanolamine which relieve dry cough. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Phenylpropanolamine is a sympathomimetic agonist. It narrows blood vessels in the nose to relieve congestion.

How to Use Supressor 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. Supressor may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Supressor 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. Supressor 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 Supressor, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Uses of Supressor Syrup

Dry cough

Supressor Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Supressor 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.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Supressor during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Supressor may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Supressor is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Supressor may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Supressor. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^UNSAFE

Supressor is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Supressor is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.