Acticuf CD 2mg/10mg Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is acticuf cd 2mg/10mg syrup used for?
Acticuf CD 2mg/10mg Syrup is a combination medicine used for the symptomatic relief of dry cough and allergic conditions. It contains Chlorpheniramine Maleate, an antihistamine that reduces allergy symptoms, and Codeine, an opioid cough suppressant that acts on the cough center in the brain to reduce the urge to cough.
- Generic Name: Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Codeine
- Manufacturer: Pharmed Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acticuf cd 2mg/10mg syrup Uses & Benefits
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Codeine |
| Brand Name | Ascoril C Syrup |
| Manufacturer | Pharmed Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Antitussive and Antihistamine Combination |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light and moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Chlorpheniramine: H1-receptor antagonist; Codeine: mu-opioid receptor agonist
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take acticuf cd 2mg/10mg syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acticuf cd 2mg/10mg syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Constipation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Respiratory depression
- Hypotension
- Seizures
- Serotonin syndrome
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- QT prolongation
- Urinary retention
- Blurred vision
- Allergic dermatitis
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | Major | Increased CNS depression and sedation |
| MAOIs | Major | Risk of hypertensive crisis |
| CNS Depressants | Moderate | Additive sedation and respiratory depression |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
- Opioid analgesics
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- Antihypertensives
- CYP2D6 inhibitors
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Cimetidine
- Ritonavir
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase codeine levels
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Enhanced CNS depression
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, respiratory depression, asthma, MAOI use, children <12 years (codeine risk)
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Respiratory rate, sedation level, cough frequency, allergic reactions
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; codeine excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Supportive care, naloxone for codeine overdose, antihistamine toxicity management
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.