Triaminic CS Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Wanbury Ltd
Active Ingredient	Phenylpropanolamine (NA) + Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide (NA)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.9
User Reviews	613

FAQ

What if you forget to take Triaminic CS?

If you miss a dose of Triaminic CS, 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.

Triaminic CS Syrup Reviews

Triaminic CS is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness. It also reduces the activity of the cough center in the brain.

Triaminic CS 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 healthcare team 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, stomach upset, insomnia, high blood pressure, 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.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

How Triaminic CS Syrup Works

Triaminic CS is a combination of two medicines: Phenylpropanolamine and Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide. Phenylpropanolamine is a decongestant which narrows the small blood vessels providing relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain.

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

Benefits of Triaminic CS 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. Triaminic CS suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with taking Triaminic CS, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.

Uses of Triaminic CS Syrup

Dry cough

Triaminic CS Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^UNSAFE

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

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

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

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

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

Alcohol ^CAUTION

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

Driving ^UNSAFE

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

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Triaminic CS 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.

Quick Tips

Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Triaminic CS is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
Let your doctor know if you are taking any anti-depressants.
Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have a cough for more than 7 days.
Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks. Or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.