CUFLOC-DM WITH CTN | Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl and Chlorpheniramine Maleate Syrup

CUFLOC-DM syrup is a combination of three medicines: Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide, Phenylephrine, and Chlorpheniramine Maleate. This combination is useful in the treatment of dry cough. This combination is highly effective in relieving the body allergy-like symptoms such as runny nose, cough, sneezing, stuffy nose, itching, watery eyes, etc.

• Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide is a cough suppressant. It reduces the cough by suppressing the activity at cough centers of the brain.
• Phenylephrine is a decongestant. It narrows the small blood vessels relieving the stuffy nose.
• Chlorpheniramine Maleate is an antihistamine. It is anti-allergic and thus helps in curing allergic symptoms.

Composition and mechanism

The CUFLOC-DM syrup is a formulation of Dextromethorphan HBr, Phenylephrine HCl and Chlorpheniramine Maleate

Its mechanism are as follows

Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide: it is a cough suppressant that acts on the cough center in the brain  to reduce the urge to cough.

Phenylephrine is a nasal decongestant that constricts the blood vesssels in nasal passage, relieving nasal congestion and stuffiness.

Chlorpheniramine maleate it blocks the effect of histamine, providing relief from allergy symptoms like runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eye

Primary uses of CUFLOC-DM syrup

The main uses of CUFLOC-DM syrup are

• As a short-term reliever from a dry cough
• To reduce symptoms of allergy
• To relieve nasal congestion and a stuffy nose.

Direction of use

The dosages of CUFLOC-DM syrup must be used as prescribed by a doctor or healthcare provider and must follow their advice to avoid any unwanted conditions. Some of the recommended dosages are:

• Shake the bottle before using it
• Measure the dose accurately with the measuring jar
• It can be taken with or without food as prescribed by the healthcare provider
• Do not exceed the recommended dose

Precautions while using CUFLOC-DM syrup

While using CUFLOC-DM syrup, we must follow and keep in mind some precautions to avoid any unwanted conditions and to use the medicine to its full effectiveness. Some of the precautions that we must keep in check are:

• Do not use this syrup if the cough is caused by asthma, smoking, or emphysema.
• Avoid driving or operating machinery after consuming the medication
• In case of any history of high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid problem, diabetes, or prostate enlargement, inform your doctors
• Disclose all current medications, especially those for depression to avoid any unwanted drug interaction

Possible side effects

This medicine can show some side effects which are adapted by the body over time, but if they continue to persist them consult your doctor and seek medical assistance as soon as possible to avoid worsening of the condition. Some of the common side effects are

• Drowsiness or dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Blurred vision
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Rash or itching

Storage instruction

• Keep it in a cool, dry place
• Keep it away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep away from children
• Check for expiry date before using