contus cough tablet - Phenylephrine (5mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg) medicine

contus cough tablet

4.3 (12 reviews)
๐Ÿญ Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is contus cough tablet used for?

Ascoril D Plus Syrup Sugar Free (Phenylephrine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate) is used to treat RESPIRATORY. It contains Phenylephrine (5mg) + Chlorpheniramine Maleate (2mg), which Phenylephrine: alpha-1 adrenergic agonist causing vasoconstriction; Chlorphenira. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Phenylephrine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate
  • Manufacturer: Stedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š contus cough tablet Uses & Benefits

Allergic rhinitis, Common cold, Sinusitis

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Phenylephrine + Chlorpheniramine Maleate
Brand NameAscoril D Plus Syrup Sugar Free
ManufacturerStedman Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
Action ClassDecongestant + Antihistamine
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (20-25ยฐC), protect from light
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionRapidly absorbed from gastrointestinal tract
DistributionDistributes widely; crosses blood-brain barrier
Protein BindingPhenylephrine: low; Chlorpheniramine: 70%
MetabolismPhenylephrine: hepatic (MAO); Chlorpheniramine: hepatic (CYP450)
Half-LifePhenylephrine: 2-3 hours; Chlorpheniramine: 12-15 hours
ExcretionRenal (urine)
BioavailabilityPhenylephrine: ~38%; Chlorpheniramine: ~25-50%
Onset of ActionPhenylephrine: 15-30 min; Chlorpheniramine: 30-60 min
Peak Plasma TimePhenylephrine: 1-2 hours; Chlorpheniramine: 2-6 hours
Duration of ActionPhenylephrine: 4-6 hours; Chlorpheniramine: 4-6 hours

How It Works

Phenylephrine: alpha-1 adrenergic agonist causing vasoconstriction; Chlorpheniramine: H1 receptor antagonist blocking histamine effects

Mechanism Steps

1Phenylephrine binds to alpha-1 adrenergic receptors on vascular smooth muscle
2Causes vasoconstriction in nasal mucosa, reducing congestion
3Chlorpheniramine blocks H1 receptors on blood vessels and respiratory epithelium

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take contus cough tablet

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of contus cough tablet

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Drowsiness
  • Dry mouth
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Hypertension
  • Arrhythmias
  • Seizures
  • Urinary retention

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Allergic reactions
  • Thrombocytopenia
  • Hallucinations

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • MAOIs
  • Beta-blockers
  • Tricyclic antidepressants

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Antihypertensives
  • Sympathomimetics
  • CNS depressants

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Antacids
  • Caffeine

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

Grapefruit juice may increase chlorpheniramine levels

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

Increased CNS depression

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypertension, Hyperthyroidism, Diabetes, Glaucoma, MAOI use, Severe coronary artery disease

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Blood pressure, Heart rate, CNS effects

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Caution; may be excreted in breast milk

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

Symptomatic and supportive; may include activated charcoal, benzodiazepines for seizures

โฐ Missed Dose

Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose; do not double

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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โญ User Reviews

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Happy Patient Jul 10, 2026

Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Certified Buyer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

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