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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Nov 10, 2024 | 7:19 PM IST
Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is used to treat dry cough. It contains Chlorpheniramine and Dextromethorphan, which work by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Also, it blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Thus, it helps relieve overall cough, cold and allergic symptoms. Some people may experience side effects such as dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Leeford Healthcare Ltd

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About Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml

Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is 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) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways. 

Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is a combination of two drugs: Chlorpheniramine (antihistamine) and Dextromethorphan (cough suppressant). Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines or anti-allergic that work 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. On the other hand, Dextromethorphan belongs to the class of cough suppressants that work by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml helps relieve overall cough, cold and allergic symptoms. 

Take Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml with or without food as advised by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. Most of these side effects of Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml 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 Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml. Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml. Avoid using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml to loosen mucus. If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability 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), inform your doctor before taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.

Uses of Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml

Treatment of Cough due to common cold.

Medicinal Benefits

Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is a combination of two drugs: Chlorpheniramine and Dextromethorphan, primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) 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. Dextromethorphan belongs to the class of cough suppressants that work by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, it decreases the need to cough.

Directions for Use

Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml with or without food in doses as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml

  • Dry mouth, throat or nose
  • Drowsiness
  • Dizziness
  • Blurred vision
  • Constipation
  • Restlessness or excitation

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml. Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is not recommended for children below 12 years of age. If you are about to undergo any medical tests or surgery, please inform your doctor that you are taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml. Avoid using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml to loosen mucus. 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), inform your doctor before taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine), and antidepressants (escitalopram, desvenlafaxine, vilazodone).

Drug-Food Interaction: Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid the consumption of alcohol with Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml as it may increase the risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, dizziness or difficulty in concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have glaucoma, urinary problems, enlarged prostate, phenylketonuria (a congenital disability 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), inform your doctor before taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • ESCITALOPRAM
  • DESVENLAFAXINE
  • VILAZODONE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods to have relief from cough. Instead replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, French fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dry throat while you have a cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as it may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.

Special Advise

  • Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may contain phenylalanine, so check the medication label if you have phenylketonuria (PKU).
  • Do not use Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml only to make a child sleepy. 
  • Contact doctor if your symptoms do not improve even after 7 days.
  • Contact doctor immediately if you develop fever, rash or headaches after taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Cough: Coughing is the body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. Coughs may be dry or productive. A productive cough (wet cough) brings up sputum (phlegm, mucus and other matter) from the lungs. Cough is commonly caused as a response to allergy or viral infection, but coughing up mucus is possibly an infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, if you have allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and if yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml as it may increase drowsiness. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

The safety of Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is excreted in human milk. Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.

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Driving

Caution

Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.

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Liver

Caution

Take Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml 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

Safe if prescribed

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml in patients with Kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

Caution

Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is not recommended for children below 6 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Leeford Healthcare Limited , Leo House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh Nagar, Dugri-Dhandra Road, Near Joseph School , Ludhiana-141116.
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FAQs

Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml is used to treat dry cough. It helps relieve overall cough, cold and allergic symptoms.
Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml contains Chlorpheniramine and Dextromethorphan. Chlorpheniramine 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. Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant that works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, decreases the urge to cough.
No, you are not recommended to consume alcohol with Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml as it may increase drowsiness. However, please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.
Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may be used to provide relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation or watery eyes. Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml contains Chlorpheniramine, an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Yes, Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml to experience this side effect. However, to avoid such side effects, drink plenty of water, regularly rinse your mouth, practice good oral hygiene and suck on sugarless candy. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
Yes, Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml to experience this side effect. However, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.
You are recommended to take Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache after 1 week of using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml, please consult your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml, please consult your doctor.
Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml may cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, blurred vision, restlessness, or dry mouth/throat/nose. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
No, you are not recommended to use Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml if you are taking medicines for psychiatric illness. However, please consult your doctor before taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml with other medicines.
Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml begins to show its action approximately after 2 hours of taking it. However, it differs from person to person based on their physiological nature.
Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml contains Chlorpheniramine, which increases the pressure in the eye and thus reduces the effectiveness of glaucoma medications. Therefore, discuss with your doctor about your eye problem before using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml.
There is limited information regarding this. Therefore, please consult your doctor before using Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml if you are breastfeeding.
No, taking Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml in more than the recommended dose will not make it more effective, rather it can increase side effects. If the symptoms are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor.
If you forget to take a dose of Galirex Junior Syrup 60 ml, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose in the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the risk of side effects.

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