Wikoryl DS Suspension belongs to a class of medication called 'cough and cold medications' primarily used to treat the common cold like sneezing, watery eyes, or itchy/watery nose and throat. The common cold is a respiratory illness affecting the nose and throat, mostly caused by viruses known as 'rhinovirus.' The virus attacks the body through the mouth, nose, or eyes and spreads quickly through droplets in the air when a person who is sick sneezes, coughs, or talks.

Wikoryl DS Suspension is a combination of four different medicines, Chlorpheniramine (anti-histamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic), and Sodium Citrate (mucolytic). 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. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an 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. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic agent; it helps to loosen mucus, making it easier to cough out.

Take Wikoryl DS Suspension as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Wikoryl DS Suspension based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, sleepiness, nausea, fatigue, vomiting, and headache. Everyone doesn't need to experience the above side effects. In some cases, Wikoryl DS Suspension may cause a severe allergic skin reaction, probably due to paracetamol, which may disappear in some time.

Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding before starting Wikoryl DS Suspension. If you have high blood pressure (hypertension),  liver or kidney disease, coronary artery disease (heart disease), avoid using Wikoryl DS Suspension as it may worsen your existing condition and symptom. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Wikoryl DS Suspension if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. Phenylephrine present in Wikoryl DS Suspension should be used with caution in patients with occlusive vascular disease (nerve/artery blockage), including Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers). Increase in the intake of fluids to keep throat hydrated.

Wikoryl DS Suspension is primarily used to treat common cold symptoms. It is a combination of four different medicines, Chlorpheniramine (anti-histamine), Phenylephrine (decongestant), Paracetamol (mild analgesic and antipyretic) and Sodium Citrate (mucolytic). 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. Phenylephrine helps in shrinking the blood vessels in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Paracetamol is an 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. Sodium citrate is a mucolytic, it helps to loosen mucus, making it easier to cough out.

• Drowsiness
• Sleepiness
• Nausea
• Fatigue
• Vomiting
• Headache

If you are allergic to Wikoryl DS Suspension or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or breastfeeding before starting Wikoryl DS Suspension. If you have high blood pressure (hypertension),  liver or kidney disease, coronary artery disease (heart disease), avoid using Wikoryl DS Suspension as it may worsen your existing condition and symptom. Consumption of alcohol should be avoided as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness. Do not take Wikoryl DS Suspension if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication like Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline, and Tranylcypromine) in the last 14 days. Phenylephrine present in Wikoryl DS Suspension should be used with caution in patients with occlusive vascular disease (nerve/artery blockage), including Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers). Increase in the intake of fluids to keep throat hydrated.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Wikoryl DS Suspension may interact with anti-allergic medications (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), antidepressant medications (duloxetine, imipramine, amitriptyline), anticonvulsants medications (clonazepam), antianxiety medication (alprazolam), cough suppressants (dextromethorphan), and bronchodilator (albuterol).

Drug-Food Interaction: Avoid intake of Wikoryl DS Suspension with alcohol as they may cause increased drowsiness, dizziness, and difficulty concentrating.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have high blood pressure, diabetes, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), stomach ulcer, Raynaud's phenomenon (decreased blood flow to the fingers), enlarged prostate gland,  kidney, liver, heart, or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Wikoryl DS Suspension.

• DIPHENHYDRAMINE
• CETIRIZINE
• DULOXETINE
• IMIPRAMINE
• AMITRIPTYLINE
• CLONAZEPAM
• ALPRAZOLAM
• DEXTROMETHORPHAN
• ALBUTEROL

• 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 and keep the throat lubricated.
• Gargle with salt water for relief from sore throat.
• Avoid alcohol consumption with Wikoryl DS Suspension as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.

• Avoid alcohol consumption with Wikoryl DS Suspension as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration. 
• Do not take Wikoryl DS Suspension if you have taken any MAO inhibitor (anti-depressant medication) in the past 14 days.

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 common cold symptoms include sneezing, sore throat, cough, congestion, mild body pains, low fever, mild headache, feeling unwell, stuffy, or runny nose. In some cases, the discharge from the nose may become thicker and yellow or green, consult your doctor.