Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup 
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NOTICE: unsafe with : Alcohol
USED FOR:
Dry cough
COMPOSITION:
Chlorpheniramine (1mg) + Dextromethorphan (5mg)
Therapeutic Uses:
respiratory
CAUTION
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Uses of Fluticosone Nasal Spray
Fluticosone Nasal Spray is used in the treatment of severe allergic reaction, allergic disorders, asthma, skin disorders and oral lichen planus.
Uses of Protussa Plus Syrup
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup is used in the treatment of dry cough.
How to use Fluticosone Nasal Spray
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Insert the bottle tip into one nostril and close the other nostril. Direct the spray away from the cartilage diving the two sides of your nose and toward the sides of your nostril. As you spray, breath gently and keep the head upright. Repeat in the other nostril.
How to use Protussa Plus 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. Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.Take it with food if stomach upset occurs.
How Fluticosone Nasal Spray works
Fluticasone belongs to a class of drugs called glucocorticoids/steroids. It prevents the release of the substances in the body that cause inflammation and allergies..
How Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup works
Protussa Plus 1 mg/5 mg Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Chlorpheniramine and Dextromethorphan which relieve dry cough. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant which relieves cough by reducing the activity of cough centre in the brain. Chlorpheniramine is an antiallergic which helps reduce cough associated with allergies by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger, histamine.
Common Electrolyte imbalance, Redistribution/accumulation of body fat, Bone degradation, Increased risk of infection, Muscle disorders, Increased blood pressure, Altered bone growth, Skin scar, Behavioural changes, Increased glucose level in blood, Cataract.
Common Stomach upset, Sleepiness.
Expert advice for Fluticosone Nasal Spray
Do not use the medicine (inhaler or spray): If you are allergic to it or to any other content in the medicine. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breast-feeding a baby.
Inform your doctor before using the medicine if you have tuberculosis, other chest or lung infection, breathing problem, cold, liver disease or thin or brittle bones.
Do not use fluticasone inhalation to treat an asthma attack that has already begun.
Do not use fluticasone inhalation of you are allergic to milk proteins.
Do not use the fluticasone cream on areas where you have itchiness, redness, rashes, infection or acne on the skin.
Inform your doctor if you have breathing problems or tightness in the chest even after taking the medicine.
Q. Is Fluticosone an antibiotic/steroid/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinergic drug?
Fluticosone is a steroid but not an antibiotic/anti-histaminic/anti-cholinerhic/decongestant drug.It is used to treat nasal congestion (decongestant) and other symptoms caused by allergies or conditions like asthma
Q. Does it contain sulfa?
It does not contain sulfa
Q. Is Fluticosone available over the counter?
No. Fluticosone is a prescription drug. It is not available over the counter
Q. Is Fluticosone the same as Nasonex/Flonase?
Fluticosone is also available in the branded form as Flonase nasal spray
Q. Does it contain acetaminophen?
However, Nasonex consists of another drug called Mometasone also used for treating nasal allergies. Acetaaminofen is a different medication
Q. What is used for?
Fluticasone (in the form of inhaler) is used to treat symptoms of asthma and nasal inflammation such as coughing, wheezing, blocked nose, runny nose
Q. Is Fluticosone used for cold?
It is also used as topical cream to treat various skin allergies and infections. It is not used for common cold
Q. Can I take Fluticosone with Benadryl/Sudafed/Zyrtec/ Afrin/Allegra/Mucinex?
Yes. Fluticosone may be taken with Benadryl (diphenhydramine)/Sudafed (pseudoephedrine)/Zyrtec (cetrizine)/ Afrin (oxymetazoline)/Allegra (fexofenadine)/Mucinex (guaifenesin) if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Fluticosone propionate cause weight gain/drowsiness/ wakefulness?
Fluticosone may cause weight gain since it is a steroid drug. It may cause drowsiness or wakefulness. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Fluticosone addictive?
No. Fluticosone is not an addictive or a controlled/banned substance
Q. Dose Fluticosone cause nose bleeds?
Yes. The most common and expected side-effect of Fluticosone nasal spray/inhaler is nose bleeding. If your bleeding is more or does not stop, please consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Fluticosone if I have high blood pressure?
It is advisable to consult your doctor before taking Fluticosone if you have high blood pressure.
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