Zorex Syrup
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Citric Acid (NA) + Ephedrine (NA) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (NA) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| User Rating | 4.8 |
| User Reviews | 612 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Zorex?
If you miss a dose of Zorex, 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.
Zorex Syrup Reviews
Zorex is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. It also provides relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
Zorex 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, increased heart rate, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia. 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 may 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 worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. 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. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Zorex 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, increased heart rate, anxiety, restlessness, and insomnia. 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 may 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 worsen your sleepiness.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. 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. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
How Zorex Syrup Works
Zorex is a combination of three medicines: Citric Acid, Ephedrine and Chlorpheniramine Maleate. Citric Acid is a natural substance that helps relieve mild cough. Ephedrine is a decongestant which works by narrowing the blood vessels in the nose, thereby reducing swelling and congestion. Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antiallergic which relieves allergy symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing.
How to Use Zorex 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. Zorex may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Benefits of Zorex Syrup
- In Cough: Zorex gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing and makes you feel better. Zorex also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Uses of Zorex Syrup
- Cough
Zorex Syrup Side Effects
Safety Tips
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zorex in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Zorex may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Zorex is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Zorex may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.Use of Zorex may cause excessive sleepiness in patients with end stage kidney disease.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zorex 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Zorex may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zorex during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Zorex is prescribed to get relief from cough.
- In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.