biohist syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects & Substitutes
What is biohist syrup used for?
Avicof Syrup (Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Ammonium Chloride) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2.5mg) + Ammonium Chloride (125mg), which Chlorpheniramine: H1-receptor antagonist; Ammonium Chloride: increases bronchial. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Ammonium Chloride
- Manufacturer: Antigen Healthcare P. Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: C
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ biohist syrup Uses & Benefits
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Chlorpheniramine Maleate + Ammonium Chloride |
| Brand Name | Avicof Syrup |
| Manufacturer | Antigen Healthcare P. Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Antihistamine + Expectorant |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Chlorpheniramine: H1-receptor antagonist; Ammonium Chloride: increases bronchial secretions and reduces mucus viscosity
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take biohist syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of biohist syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Thickened bronchial secretions
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Severe allergic reaction
- Respiratory depression
- Urinary retention
- Blurred vision
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Blood dyscrasias
- Hypotension
- Tachycardia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Increased anticholinergic and CNS depressant effects |
| CNS depressants | Major | Additive sedation |
| Alcohol | Major | Enhanced CNS depression |
| Anticholinergics | Moderate | Additive anticholinergic effects |
| Tricyclic antidepressants | Moderate | Increased anticholinergic effects |
| Antihypertensives | Minor | Possible reduced antihypertensive effect |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- CNS depressants
- Alcohol
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- Tricyclic antidepressants
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antihypertensives
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
No significant food interactions
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Enhanced CNS depression
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, severe hypertension, coronary artery disease, MAOI use, narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, asthma attack
๐ Monitoring Parameters
CNS depression, anticholinergic effects, respiratory status
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; small amounts excreted in breast milk
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, activated charcoal, symptomatic and supportive treatment
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double dose