childryl syrup
What is childryl syrup used for?
Childryl Syrup (Promethazine + Pholcodine) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Promethazine (1.5mg/5ml) + Pholcodine (1.5mg/5ml), which Promethazine blocks histamine H1 receptors, reducing allergic symptoms; Pholcodi. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.
- Generic Name: Promethazine + Pholcodine
- Manufacturer: Mandar Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ childryl syrup Uses & Benefits
Allergic cough, dry cough, urticaria, motion sickness, sedation
Off-label uses: Nausea and vomiting, Preoperative sedation
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Promethazine + Pholcodine |
| Brand Name | Childryl Syrup |
| Manufacturer | Mandar Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action Class | Antitussive + Antihistamine |
| 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
Promethazine blocks histamine H1 receptors, reducing allergic symptoms; Pholcodine suppresses cough by acting on cough center in medulla
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take childryl syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of childryl syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Blurred vision
- Constipation
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Respiratory depression
- Severe hypotension
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- QT prolongation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Blood dyscrasias
- Photosensitivity
- Cholestatic jaundice
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| CNS depressants | Major | Enhanced sedation and respiratory depression |
| MAO inhibitors | Major | Increased anticholinergic and sedative effects |
| Anticholinergics | Major | Additive anticholinergic effects |
| Antihypertensives | Moderate | Enhanced hypotensive effect |
| Antipsychotics | Moderate | Increased risk of extrapyramidal symptoms |
| Tricyclic antidepressants | Moderate | Increased anticholinergic and sedative effects |
| Antacids | Minor | May reduce absorption of promethazine |
| Alcohol | Minor | Increased CNS depression |
๐จ Major Interactions
- CNS depressants
- MAO inhibitors
- Anticholinergics
โก Moderate Interactions
- Antihypertensives
- Antipsychotics
- Tricyclic antidepressants
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Antacids
- Alcohol
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase absorption
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased CNS depression and sedation
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, severe hypertension, coronary artery disease, MAOI use within 14 days, children <2 years, respiratory depression, asthma attack
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Respiratory rate, sedation level, blood pressure, heart rate, anticholinergic effects
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Not recommended; may cause sedation in infant
๐ Overdose Management
Activated charcoal, supportive care, monitor respiratory and cardiac function; physostigmine for severe anticholinergic symptoms
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.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.