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Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Solvin Decongestant Tablet is used to relieve blocked nose, stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, and other allergies. It contains Phenylephrine, which works by shrinking the small blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing stuffy nose, providing relief from inflammation (redness and swelling), and making it easier to breathe. It may cause side effects such as loss of appetite, flushing (redness, warmth or tingly feeling), restlessness or feeling excited. 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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Composition :

PHENYLEPHRINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Ipca Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Solvin Decongestant Tablet

Solvin Decongestant Tablet belongs to a class of medications called ‘nasal decongestants’ primarily used to relieve blocked nose, stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, and other allergies. Nasal congestion (stuffy nose) is a condition in which there is an obstruction to the airflow in and out of the nose. It can be caused by infections such as the common cold, flu or sinusitis, and allergies.

Solvin Decongestant Tablet contains ‘Phenylephrine’ that works by shrinking the small blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing stuffy nose, providing relief from inflammation (redness and swelling), and making it easier to breathe.

Take Solvin Decongestant Tablet as prescribed. You are advised to take Solvin Decongestant Tablet for as long as your doctor has recommended, depending on your medical condition. Some people may experience loss of appetite, flushing (redness, warmth or tingly feeling), restlessness or feeling excited. Most of these side effects of Solvin Decongestant Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Avoid taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet and inform your doctor if you are allergic to Phenylephrine or any other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet . Solvin Decongestant Tablet is not recommended for children below six years of age. Drive only if you are alerted after taking the Solvin Decongestant Tablet . Avoid consumption of alcohol with Solvin Decongestant Tablet as it may increase dizziness. Do not take Solvin Decongestant Tablet if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor medicines (used for depression) in the past 14 days. If you have blood circulation problems, including Raynaud's syndrome (decreased blood flow to fingers), inform your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .

Uses of Solvin Decongestant Tablet

Treatment of Blocked nose, stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, and other allergies.

Directions for Use

Take it as advised by your doctor. Swallow it whole with water; do not crush, break, or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Solvin Decongestant Tablet contains ‘Phenylephrine’, a nasal decongestant used to treat blocked nose, stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, and other allergies. It works by reducing the size of blood vessels in the nose and sinuses. Thus, it helps you to breathe normally and comfortably.

How Solvin Decongestant Tablet Works

Solvin Decongestant Tablet contains ‘Phenylephrine’ that works by shrinking the small blood vessels in the nasal passage, reducing stuffy nose, providing relief from inflammation (redness and swelling), and making it easier to breathe.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Solvin Decongestant Tablet

  • Loss of appetite
  • Flushing (redness, warmth or tingly feeling)
  • Restlessness
  • Feeling excited
  • Nervousness
  • Dizziness

What if I have taken an overdose of Solvin Decongestant Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Solvin Decongestant Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include a rapid rise in blood pressure, vomiting, headache, reflex slow heart rate, and cardiac arrhythmias, which may cause a sensation of fullness in the head and tingling of the hands and feet. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Tell your doctor if you are allergic to Phenylephrine or other medicines. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, please inform your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .  Solvin Decongestant Tablet is not recommended for children below six years of age. Drive only if you are alert after taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet . Avoid consumption of alcohol with Solvin Decongestant Tablet as it may increase dizziness. Do not take Solvin Decongestant Tablet if you are taking or have taken monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor medicines (used for depression) in the past 14 days. If you have blood circulation problems, including Raynaud's syndrome (decreased blood flow to fingers), inform your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet . Before taking any other cold or cough medicine with Solvin Decongestant Tablet , please tell your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
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PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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PhenylephrineTranylcypromine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's can increase the risk of high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's is not recommended, but can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, seizures, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSevoflurane
Critical
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Sevoflurane can increase the levels of Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's and lead to side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Sevoflurane is not recommended, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrinePropofol
Critical
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Propofol may lead to increased levels of Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's leading to side effects like high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Propofol is not recommended, but it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Selegiline with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's together can raise blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Selegiline with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's is not recommended, it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, fits, chest pain, nausea or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (especially on one side of the body), speech difficulties, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, and/or fainting Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
PhenylephrineFurazolidone
Critical
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Taking Furazolidone with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's can cause an increase in high blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Furazolidone with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's 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 Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's only after 14 days of stopping Furazolidone.
PhenylephrineClomipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Clomipramine and Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Clomipramine and Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineHalothane
Severe
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Halothane may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Halothane together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any symptoms like lightheadedness, fainting, irregular heart beat, dizziness, consult the doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineImipramine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Imipramine with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's together may lead to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Imipramine and Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. It is advised to maintain your blood pressure. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineMethylergometrine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Methylergometrine can led to side effects like increased blood pressure.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Methylergometrine can lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. It is advised to monitor your blood pressure regularly. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
PhenylephrineIsocarboxazid
Severe
How does the drug interact with Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's:
Co-administration of Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's with Isocarboxazid can result in extremely high blood pressure which may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isocarboxazid and Solvin Decongestant Tablet 15's together can result in an interaction. However, if you develop a sudden, severe headache, blurred vision, confusion, chest pain, nausea, or vomiting, sudden numbness or weakness (particularly on one side of the body), difficulty speaking, fever, sweating, lightheadedness, or fainting, consult a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

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

  • 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 alcohol consumption with Solvin Decongestant Tablet as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness or lack of concentration.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid consumption of alcohol with Solvin Decongestant Tablet as it may increase dizziness. However, if you have any concerns, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Solvin Decongestant Tablet is a pregnancy Category C medicine. Solvin Decongestant Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless clearly necessary. Therefore, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, please consult your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

Limited information is available. Therefore, if you are a breastfeeding mother, please consult your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .

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Driving

Caution

Solvin Decongestant Tablet may cause dizziness. Hence, drive only if you are alert after taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have liver problems, please consult your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

If you have kidney problems, please consult your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .

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Children

Caution

Solvin Decongestant Tablet is not recommended for children below six years of age. Solvin Decongestant Tablet should not be given to children below 12 years without a doctor's prescription.

FAQs

Solvin Decongestant Tablet is used to relieve blocked nose, stuffy nose and sinus congestion caused by the common cold, hay fever, and other allergies.
Solvin Decongestant Tablet contains Phenylephrine, a nasal decongestant that reduces the size of blood vessels in the nose and sinuses. Thus, it helps you breathe more easily.
You are recommended to avoid taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet if you have diabetes as it may increase blood sugar levels. Therefore, if you have diabetes, please inform your doctor before taking Solvin Decongestant Tablet .
You are recommended to use Solvin Decongestant Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, do not take Solvin Decongestant Tablet for more than seven days unless advised by your doctor. If the symptoms persist or worsen even after using Solvin Decongestant Tablet for seven days, please consult your doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

142 AB, Kandivli Industrial Estate, Kandivli (West), Mumbai - 400 067, Maharashtra
Other Info - SOL0013

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