Aptus Oral Suspension belongs to the class of medication called 'cough and cold medications' primarily used to treat symptoms of the common cold and allergies like sneezing, runny/stuffy nose, fever, headache, body pains, congestion, or watery eyes. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat. It is mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus'. The virus enters the body through the nose, mouth, or eyes and spreads easily through droplets in the air when the person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Aptus Oral Suspension contains Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Chlorpheniramine maleate (antihistamine/antiallergic), and Menthol (cooling agent). Paracetamol works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine works by shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage. Thereby providing relief from congestion and decreasing excess mucus production. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and nasal congestion. Menthol relieves minor irritation in the throat and provides a cooling sensation.

Take Aptus Oral Suspension as prescribed. You are advised to take Aptus Oral Suspension for as long as your doctor has recommended it based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, nervousness, headache, dizziness, insomnia (difficulty falling or staying asleep), blurred vision, constipation, and dry mouth. Most of these side effects of Aptus Oral Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Aptus Oral Suspension or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Aptus Oral Suspension. If you are breastfeeding, do not use Aptus Oral Suspension without a doctor's advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Aptus Oral Suspension as it may cause liver damage and can be lethal. If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Aptus Oral Suspension.

Aptus Oral Suspension contains Paracetamol, Phenylephrine, Chlorpheniramine maleate and Menthol. Paracetamol is a mild analgesic (relieves pain) and antipyretic (reduces fever) that works by inhibiting the production of certain chemical messengers in the brain known as prostaglandins responsible for pain and fever. Phenylephrine belongs to the class of decongestants that works by contracting and narrowing the blood vessels. Thereby providing relief from congestion and decreasing mucus production. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from symptoms of allergy such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Menthol is a cooling agent that relieves minor irritation in the throat and provides a cooling sensation.

• Drowsiness
• Nervousness
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Insomnia (difficulty in falling or staying asleep)
• Blurred vision
• Constipation
• Dry mouth

If you are allergic to Aptus Oral Suspension or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Aptus Oral Suspension. Do not use Aptus Oral Suspension in breastfeeding mothers without doctor’s advice as it may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to the baby. Please do not take more than the prescribed dose of Aptus Oral Suspension as it may cause liver damage and can be lethal.  If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Aptus Oral Suspension.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Aptus Oral Suspension may interact with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressants (duloxetine, escitalopram), anticonvulsants (clonazepam), antianxiety drug (alprazolam), muscle relaxants (cyclobenzaprine), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), bronchodilator (albuterol), sleeping agent (ramelteon), pain and fever medicines (paracetamol), pain killers (ibuprofen).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of Aptus Oral Suspension with chocolate and caffeine-containing foods such as cocoa beans and tea leaves as they may increase the risk of severity of side effects. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Aptus Oral Suspension as it may as it may increase the risk of liver damage and cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, enlarged prostate gland, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Aptus Oral Suspension.

• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• DULOXETINE
• ESCITALOPRAM
• CLONAZEPAM
• ALPRAZOLAM
• CYCLOBENZAPRINE
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• ALBUTEROL
• PARACETAMOL
• IBUPROFEN
• RAMELTEON

• Wash your hands with soap and water regularly to prevent the spread of germs.
• Eat plenty of foods rich in good bacteria like yoghurt to improve overall health.
• Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration.
• Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
• Avoid consumption of alcohol with Aptus Oral Suspension as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

• Do not take Aptus Oral Suspension for longer than seven days in a row (for adults) and five days (for the children above four years).
• If you have allergic skin reactions like skin redness or rash that spreads and causes blistering and peeling, immediately contact a doctor.

Common cold: The common cold is an infection caused by the virus, mainly known as ‘rhinoviruses’ affecting the nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). Children younger than 6 years are at the most significant risk of colds, but healthy adults can also be affected to have 2-3 colds annually. In most cases, cold symptoms are recovered within a week or ten days. However, symptoms might last longer in people who smoke or are exposed to allergens like pollutants, dust, etc. The symptoms of the common cold include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, and stuffy or runny nose.

Allergies: These occur when foreign elements which cause allergy-causing agents (allergens) attack and invade our body, thereby causing the release of histamines. This chemical messenger, 'histamines' causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose and throat, and watery eyes. Allergies generally occur due to chemicals, air pollution, pet danders, dust, pollen hairs, seasonal allergies like hay fever, etc.