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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Zedex-SF Cough 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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Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is used to treat cough due to runny nose, sneezing, and throat irritation. 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. 

Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorphenamine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  Dextromethorphan hydrobromide blocks the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Together, Zedex-SF Cough Syrup helps to relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms. 

Your doctor will recommend the dose and duration of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup based on your medical condition. Some people may experience dry mouth/throat/nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, and restlessness. Most of these side effects of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 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 pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before starting Zedex-SF Cough Syrup . Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. Zedex-SF Cough Syrup may cause dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup as it may cause increased dizziness and drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.

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

Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Chlorphenamine maleate (antihistamine) and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide (cough suppressant). Chlorphenamine maleate 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 allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide belongs to the class of cough suppressants that block the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, together Zedex-SF Cough Syrup helps to relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms.

Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorphenamine maleate works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  Dextromethorphan hydrobromide blocks the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Together, Zedex-SF Cough Syrup helps to relieve cough, cold and allergic symptoms.
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

  • Dry mouth, throat or nose
  • Drowsiness
  • Blurred vision
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Restlessness
Avoid exceeding the recommended dose as it might cause an overdose. Seek medical attention if you experience any unusual symptoms.

Do not take Zedex-SF Cough Syrup if you are allergic to any of the contents. Avoid using Zedex-SF Cough Syrup if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. It is advised to seek medical help if the cough does not go away or if it is followed by a high fever, skin rash, or persistent headache. Zedex-SF Cough Syrup may cause drowsiness, dizziness, and blurred vision in some patients; therefore, drive only if you are alert. Zedex-SF Cough Syrup should not be used in elderly patients with confusion. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup as it might cause increased dizziness.

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ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
Critical
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

ChlorpheniraminePotassium chloride
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
ChlorpheniraminePotassium citrate
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
DextromethorphanPargyline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Co-administration of Pargyline and Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
DextromethorphanSelegiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Taking Tranylcypromine with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
DextromethorphanRasagiline
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Taking Rasagiline with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
DextromethorphanIsocarboxazid
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Co-administration of Isocarboxazid with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
DextromethorphanPhenelzine
Critical
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Co-administration of Phenelzine and Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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 Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml 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.
ChlorpheniramineKetamine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml:
Co-administration of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml with Ketamine can increase the risk of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 100 ml and Ketamine together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, drowsiness, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and breathing difficulty. Avoid activities requiring mental focus such as driving, operating dangerous machinery. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
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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.

Drug-Food Interactions

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

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FAQs

Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is used to treat cough due to runny nose, sneezing, and throat irritation.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup contains Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide. Chlorphenamine maleate blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, decreasing the urge to cough.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup may be used to relieve allergic symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, throat irritation, or watery eyes. Zedex-SF Cough Syrup contains Chlorphenamine maleate, an anti-allergic drug that works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup may cause dry mouth as a temporary side effect in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup 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.
You are recommended to take Zedex-SF Cough Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen even after one week of using Zedex-SF Cough Syrup , please consult your doctor.
It is advised not to stop taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup without consulting your doctor as it may worsen the cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Zedex-SF Cough Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup , please consult your doctor.
Caution should be advised while using Zedex-SF Cough Syrup in people with Prostate problems. So, it should be taken only under the supervision of the doctor.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup should not be taken along with medicines called monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), which are used in the treatment of psychiatric illness.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, it can be used by children older than 2 years of age if prescribed by a child specialist.
Caution should be advised while using Zedex-SF Cough Syrup in people with eye problems. It should be taken only under the supervision of the doctor.
Yes, Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is a good option to treat dry cough.
Symptoms, such as cough and congestion, are usually relieved within 30 minutes to an hour of taking the Zedex-SF Cough Syrup , depending on the individual's response and the intensity of the symptoms.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Chlorphenamine maleate and Dextromethorphan hydrobromide.
No, taking more than the prescribed dose may not be more effective; it may raise the possibility of experiencing severe adverse reactions.
There is no substantial research yet on using Zedex-SF Cough Syrup in breastfeeding mothers. If you are a nursing mother, let your doctor know before taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup ; your doctor will decide whether breastfeeding mothers can take it or not.
Yes, Zedex-SF Cough Syrup may make you feel sleepier or drowsy.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is safe to use if the doctor prescribes it, but it has specific limitations.
No, Zedex-SF Cough Syrup is not an antibiotic medication. It is a combination of an antihistamine and an antitussive.
No, it is not recommended to treat fever. It is intended to treat cough.
Zedex-SF Cough Syrup should be taken for the duration prescribed by the doctor based on your condition. Usually, it is taken every 8-12 hours.
The timing of taking Zedex-SF Cough Syrup can vary depending on the specific instructions your healthcare professional provides.
Common side effects of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup may include dry mouth/throat/nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, and restlessness. Most of these side effects of Zedex-SF Cough Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
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