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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Ecodil DH Syrup is a combination medicine which belongs to the class of expectorants. It is used in the treatment of dry cough. This medicine works by preventing nerve signals from the brain's cough centre from reaching the muscles that cause coughing and thus reduce cough. You may experience common side effects like headache, dizziness, numbness, drowsiness, or nausea.
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About Ecodil DH Syrup

Ecodil DH Syrup belongs to a class of medication called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat dry cough. Coughing (dry or productive) is the body's way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely, dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn't produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) produces mucous or sputum.

Ecodil DH Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Together, Ecodil DH Syrup helps provide relief from dry cough.

Your doctor will recommend the dose and duration of Ecodil DH Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth/throat/nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. Most of these side effects of Ecodil DH Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ecodil DH Syrup is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Ecodil DH Syrup. Ecodil DH Syrup may cause dizziness, so drive or operate machinery only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption as it may cause increased dizziness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.

Uses of Ecodil DH Syrup

Treatment of Dry cough

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack.

Medicinal Benefits

Ecodil DH Syrup is a combination medicine belonging to a class of drugs called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a decongestant that helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, Ecodil DH Syrup helps relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms.

How Ecodil DH Syrup Works

Ecodil DH Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Together, Ecodil DH Syrup helps provide relief from dry cough.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Ecodil DH Syrup

  • Dry mouth, throat or nose
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Headache
  • Constipation
  • Restlessness or excitation
  • Loss of appetite

What if I have taken an overdose of Ecodil DH Syrup

Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Ecodil DH Syrup or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ecodil DH Syrup is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. Avoid taking Ecodil DH Syrup if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Inform your doctor if you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus or cough caused by asthma, smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath).

Drug-Drug Interactions

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DextromethorphanSelegiline
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DextromethorphanTranylcypromine
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DextromethorphanSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Co-administration of Ecodil DH Syrup and Selegiline may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Ecodil DH Syrup can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - confusion, hallucination, fits, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
DextromethorphanTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Ecodil DH Syrup can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin increases in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup with Tranylcypromine is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience confusion, hallucination(seeing and hearing things that do not exist), fit blood pressure alteration, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, pain in the muscles or stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DextromethorphanIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Co-administration of Isocarboxazid with Ecodil DH Syrup can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup and Isocarboxazid can lead to an interaction. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DextromethorphanPargyline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Co-administration of Pargyline and Ecodil DH Syrup can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Ecodil DH Syrup and Pargyline can lead to an interaction. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DextromethorphanRasagiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Taking Rasagiline with Ecodil DH Syrup can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin increase in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup with Rasagiline is not recommended as it can possibly result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms like confusion, hallucination, fits, extreme changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm or stiffness, shaking, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
DextromethorphanPhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Co-administration of Phenelzine and Ecodil DH Syrup can increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (A condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Phenelzine and Ecodil DH Syrup can lead to an interaction. However, if you experience any symptoms like confusion, hallucination, seizure, changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering or shaking, blurred vision, muscle stiffness, tremors, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea, consult a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
DextromethorphanProcarbazine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Co-administration of Ecodil DH Syrup and Procarbazine may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome (a condition in which a chemical called serotonin builds up in your body).

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Procarbazine with Ecodil DH Syrup can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you notice any of these symptoms - confusion, hallucination, seizure, increased heart rate, fever, excessive sweating, shivering, shaking, blurred vision, muscle spasm, stiffness, incoordination, stomach cramps, nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup with Potassium citrate is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup and Potassium chloride (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers, bleeding, and gastrointestinal injury.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ecodil DH Syrup with Potassium chloride it not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms such as severe stomach pain, bloating, lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Ecodil DH Syrup:
Taking Furazolidone with Ecodil DH Syrup can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Ecodil DH Syrup is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience sudden and severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sweating, lightheadedness, fainting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, consult the doctor immediately. It is advised to use Ecodil DH Syrup only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods. 

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat. It also helps loosen mucus.

  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough.

  • Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

COUGH AND COLD PREPARATIONS

Ecodil DH Syrup Substitute

Substitutes safety advice
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Ecodil DH Syrup as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Ecodil DH Syrup.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Ecodil DH Syrup in pregnant women is unknown. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Ecodil DH Syrup is excreted in human milk. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns; your doctor will decide if Ecodil DH Syrup can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.

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Driving

Caution

Ecodil DH Syrup may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Ecodil DH Syrup.

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Liver

Caution

Take Ecodil DH Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take Ecodil DH Syrup with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

Ecodil DH Syrup is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. However, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

FAQs

Ecodil DH Syrup is used to treat dry cough. It helps relieve cough, cold, and allergic symptoms.
Ecodil DH Syrup contains Chlorpheniramine maleate, Phenylephrine, and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorpheniramine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing the stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.
Consult your doctor before taking Ecodil DH Syrup if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anaesthesia. Your doctor may advise you to stop taking Ecodil DH Syrup 72 hours prior to the surgery.
It is not recommended to take Ecodil DH Syrup along with any anti-depressant medication, especially MAO inhibitors (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or drug interaction. Also, Ecodil DH Syrup should be taken at least 14 days after the last dose of anti-depressants.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the scheduled dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Ecodil DH Syrup may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma. Therefore, Ecodil DH Syrup should be used with caution and only when prescribed by a doctor in patients with glaucoma.
No, Ecodil DH Syrup does not contain steroids. It is a combination of three active ingredients phenylephrine, chlorpheniramine maleate, and dextromethorphan hydrobromide.
Yes, Ecodil DH Syrup can make you feel drowsy as a side effect. It contains dextromethorphan and chlorpheniramine, both of which can cause drowsiness. It's important to be cautious when performing activities that require alertness, such as driving or operating machinery, until you know how the medication affects you.
No, taking Ecodil DH Syrup in more than the recommended dose will not make it more effective. Instead, it can increase the risk of side effects. It's important to follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor to ensure safe and effective use of the medication.
It is generally not recommended to breastfeed while taking Ecodil DH Syrup. Ecodil DH Syrup contains chlorpheniramine, an antihistamine, which can pass into the breast milk and may harm the baby. Therefore, inform your doctor that you are breastfeeding if you are advised to take this medicine.
Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper provided by the pack. Follow your doctor’s instructions regarding dosage and duration.
Yes Ecodil DH Syrup causes some side effects such as dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, headache, constipation, restlessness or excitation, and loss of appetite. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Yes, inform your doctor if your child has conditions like glaucoma, urinary retention, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), cough with mucus or cough caused by asthma, and chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath).
No, Ecodil DH Syrup interacts with other medications, including, MOIs (monoamine oxidase inhibitors), antidepressants, sedatives or tranquillizers, and alcohol. Therefore, you should inform your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, and herbal products they are currently taking before starting Ecodil DH Syrup.
Store Ecodil DH Syrup at room temperature in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Do not freeze. Keep it out of reach of children.
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