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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Oct 9, 2024 | 12:38 PM IST
Phensedyl T Syrup is used to treat dry cough. It contains Codeine and Triprolidine which work by blocking the receptor in the brain that produces cough and the action of histamine that causes allergic reactions. In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as drowsiness, dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, or tiredness. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, taking any other medication, or have any pre-existing medical conditions.
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Abbott India Ltd

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Jan-27

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About Phensedyl T Syrup

Phensedyl T Syrup belongs to a class of medication called ‘cough and cold preparations’ primarily used to treat dry cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies. 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: 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. 

Phensedyl T Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Codeine (cough suppressant) and Triprolidine(antihistamine). Codeine belongs to the class of cough suppressants that blocks the μ-opioid receptor in the brain that produces cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Triprolidine belongs to the class of antihistamines (anti-allergic drugs) that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. 

Take Phensedyl T Syrup as prescribed by your doctor. Take Phensedyl T Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain side effects, including drowsiness, dry mouth, vomiting, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, or tiredness. Most of these side effects of Phensedyl T Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Phensedyl T Syrup or any other medicines. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Phensedyl T Syrup to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise. In hot weather, as Phensedyl T Syrup contains Triprolidine, it decreases sweating and increases heatstroke risk. Do not take Phensedyl T Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Phensedyl T Syrup is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Do not take Phensedyl T Syrup if you have taken an MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days, as it may cause life-threatening drug interaction. Phensedyl T Syrup is a habit-forming drug, and hence there is a risk of dependence on Phensedyl T Syrup . So, before stopping Phensedyl T Syrup , contact a doctor as it may cause withdrawal symptoms like anxiety, increased heart rate, tremors, or general unwell feelings.

Uses of Phensedyl T Syrup

Treatment of Dry Cough

Medicinal Benefits

Phensedyl T Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Triprolidine and Codeine. Triprolidine 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 provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion, or stiffness. Codeine belongs to the class of narcotic cough suppressants that block the μ-opioid receptor in the brain that produces cough, thereby decreasing the urge to cough. Phensedyl T Syrup is used to treat cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies.

Directions for Use

Your doctor will recommend how often you take this medicine based on your medical condition. Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions and take this medicine on an empty stomach as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup provided with the pack. It should not be used unless prescribed by a doctor. Always take it exactly as your doctor told you. Your doctor will advise you how often to take Phensedyl T Syrup on the basis of your medical condition.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Phensedyl T Syrup

  • Dizziness/Drowsiness
  • Mood changes
  • Tiredness/weakness
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Increased heartbeat
  • Loss of appetite
  • Headache
  • Blurred vision
  • Dry mouth
  • Constipation
  • Urinary retention
  • Coordination problems

Drug Warnings

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Phensedyl T Syrup or any other medicines. Do not take Phensedyl T Syrup for a prolonged time, Phensedyl T Syrup contains codeine that may lead to mental or physical dependence on Phensedyl T Syrup . Do not take Phensedyl T Syrup if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as it may cause adverse effects on the baby. Phensedyl T Syrup is not recommended for children below 18 years of age. Do not use this medicine if you have used an MAO inhibitor in the past 14 days, as a dangerous drug interaction could occur. Phensedyl T Syrup should be taken with extreme caution in patients who have a history of alcoholism or drug abuse. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Phensedyl T Syrup to loosen mucus and protect yourself from being dehydrated or overheated during exercise. In hot weather, as Phensedyl T Syrup contains Triprolidine, it decreases sweating and increases heatstroke risk. If you have high blood pressure, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), blockage in stomach or intestines, kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Phensedyl T Syrup .

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Phensedyl T Syrup may have interaction with anti-allergic drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine, brompheniramine, diphenhydramine, fexofenadine), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), antidepressants (duloxetine, sertraline, paroxetine, fluvoxamine, trazodone), narcotic analgesics (hydrocodone, bupropion, morphine, oxycodone) and antianxiety drug (alprazolam, diazepam, lorazepam, oxazepam, temazepam), fits related drugs (phenytoin, clonazepam, carbamazepine).

Drug-Food Interaction: Phensedyl T Syrup may interact with alcohol. Therefore, avoid alcohol consumption with Phensedyl T Syrup as it may increase the risk of fatal side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, slow breathing, or death.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have chronic bronchitis, asthma, cough with mucus, cough caused by smoking, chronic bronchitis or emphysema (a lung condition causing shortness of breath), chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), drug dependence, high blood pressure, fits, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), blockage in stomach or intestines, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), enlarged prostate, pheochromocytoma (tumour in the adrenal glands), kidney, liver, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Phensedyl T Syrup .

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FEXOFENADINE
  • DEXTROMETHORPHAN
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • BROMPHENIRAMINE
  • CETIRIZINE
  • DULOXETINE
  • SERTRALINE
  • PAROXETINE
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CLONAZEPAM
  • NITRAZEPAM
  • LORAZEPAM
  • FLUVOXAMINE
  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • DIAZEPAM
  • OXYCODONE

Habit Forming

Yes

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid dairy products such as milk as they 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 cough and loosen mucus.
  • Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content, such as pears, watermelon, peaches, and pineapples.

Special Advise

  • Do not take Phensedyl T Syrup for a prolonged time as it may lead to mental or physical dependence on Phensedyl T Syrup .
  • To avoid getting addicted to this drug, take it in prescribed quantities and as directed by your doctor. Do not self-medicate.
  • Phensedyl T Syrup causes drowsiness. Avoid doing activities that require your complete focus and attention, like driving when on this drug.
  • An abrupt stoppage of Phensedyl T Syrup can lead to significant withdrawal symptoms. Always discuss with your doctor about decreasing the dosage before completely stopping its usage.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while on this medication, as it can lead to dangerous side effects.
  • Phensedyl T Syrup is unsafe for usage if you're pregnant or plan to get pregnant and breastfeed. Discuss with your doctor in such situations about changing/replacing the medicine with safer alternatives.

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 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 indication of infection in the respiratory tract. If you are coughing thick, solid white mucus, it indicates you may have a bacterial infection in the airways. If the mucus is clear or light-coloured, it indicates you may have allergies or minor infections in the respiratory tract, and yellow or green mucus indicates a respiratory infection.

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Phensedyl T Syrup as it may increase the risk of drowsiness and other adverse effects.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Phensedyl T Syrup is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Phensedyl T Syrup can have some harmful effects on the baby (fetus). Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Phensedyl T Syrup may be excreted in breast milk and cause harm to your infant. Therefore, Phensedyl T Syrup should not be used while breastfeeding without a doctor’s advice.

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Driving

Unsafe

Phensedyl T Syrup may cause dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, or impaired thinking in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Phensedyl T Syrup .

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Liver

Caution

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

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Kidney

Caution

Take Phensedyl T 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

Unsafe

Phensedyl T Syrup is not recommended for children below 18 years of age.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

16th Floor, Godrej BKC, Plot – C, “G” Block, Bandra-Kurla Complex, Bandra (East), Mumbai – 400 051, India
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FAQs

Phensedyl T Syrup is used to treat dry cough associated with a common cold or upper respiratory allergies.
Phensedyl T Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Triprolidine and Codeine, which relieves dry cough. Triprolidine is an antihistaminic that blocks a chemical messenger (histamine) that may trigger a cough due to an allergy. Codeine is a cough suppressant. It suppresses cough by reducing the activity of the cough centre in the brain.
Do not take Phensedyl T Syrup with 'alprazolam' as co-administration of these two medicines may increase adverse effects such as sedation, respiratory depression, coma, and death. However, please consult a doctor before taking Phensedyl T Syrup with other medicines.
Phensedyl T Syrup is excreted in breast milk and may cause drowsiness, breathing problems, or death in a nursing baby. Therefore, if you are breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Phensedyl T Syrup . Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing Phensedyl T Syrup to you.
Phensedyl T Syrup is not recommended for children below 18 years of age as a misuse of Phensedyl T Syrup in children may lead to serious adverse effects. Codeine in Phensedyl T Syrup may cause life-threatening respiratory depression and death in children who recently had surgery to remove the tonsils or adenoids.
Phensedyl T Syrup may be used to provide relief from allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation, or watery eyes. Phensedyl T Syrup contains Triprolidine, an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Phensedyl T Syrup is unsafe to use in pregnancy. Phensedyl T Syrup contains Triprolidine, If you use Phensedyl T Syrup while pregnant, your baby could become dependent on codeine. This can cause life-threatening withdrawal symptoms in the baby after it is born.
Yes, Triprolidine in Phensedyl T Syrup may cause mental or physical dependence if used for a prolonged time. Therefore, take Phensedyl T Syrup only in dose and duration as advised by your doctor.

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