{"id":2142,"date":"2025-09-19T17:08:51","date_gmt":"2025-09-19T15:08:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/?p=2142"},"modified":"2025-09-21T11:41:51","modified_gmt":"2025-09-21T09:41:51","slug":"clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/","title":{"rendered":"CLEAR COUGH SYRUP : Uses,Dose,Side Effects,Precautions"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div>\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>It<\/strong> is a cough mixture scheduled as <strong>S2<\/strong> in South Africa. It combines <strong>diphenhydramine hydrochloride<\/strong>, <strong>ammonium chloride<\/strong>, and <strong>sodium citrate<\/strong>. According to the source leaflet, it is intended for the <strong>alleviation of cough<\/strong> and may be purchased without a prescription, but it must still be used carefully. The medicine can cause drowsiness and impaired concentration, which is made worse by alcohol and other sedative medicines. It contains <strong>sucrose (sugar) 1,5 g per 5 ml<\/strong> and <strong>alcohol 0,1% v\/v<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_it_is_and_what_it_is_used_for\"><\/span>What it is and what it is used for<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" 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href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#What_it_is_and_what_it_is_used_for\" >What it is and what it is used for<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#How_it_works_simple_explanation\" >How it works (simple explanation)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Who_should_NOT_use_this_medicine\" >Who should NOT use this medicine<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Warnings_and_precautions_Read_before_use\" >Warnings and precautions (Read before use)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Pregnancy_planning_pregnancy_and_breastfeeding\" >Pregnancy, planning pregnancy, and breastfeeding<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Interactions\" >Interactions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#How_to_take_Step-by-step\" >How to take (Step-by-step)<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Dosing_table\" >Dosing table<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Possible_side_effects\" >Possible side effects<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Storage_and_disposal\" >Storage and disposal<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#What_the_medicine_contains\" >What the medicine contains<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#Pack_information_and_appearance\" >Pack information and appearance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Active ingredients and class<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Diphenhydramine hydrochloride:<\/strong> An antihistamine that can cause sedation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ammonium chloride; sodium citrate:<\/strong> Listed actives in this cough mixture.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Indication (exactly as per source)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Alleviation of cough.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_it_works_simple_explanation\"><\/span>How it works (simple explanation)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you need more detail about how these ingredients may help with cough.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Who_should_NOT_use_this_medicine\"><\/span>Who should NOT use this medicine<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do not use CLEAR COUGH\u00ae SYRUP if:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You are <strong>allergic<\/strong> (hypersensitive) to <strong>diphenhydramine hydrochloride<\/strong>, <strong>ammonium chloride<\/strong>, <strong>sodium citrate<\/strong>, or <strong>any other ingredient<\/strong> in the product (see \u201cWhat the medicine contains\u201d). Signs of allergy include <strong>rash<\/strong>, <strong>trouble breathing or swallowing<\/strong>, and <strong>swelling<\/strong> of the lips, face, throat, or tongue.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are <strong>pregnant<\/strong> or <strong>breastfeeding<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>impaired liver or kidney function<\/strong> (past or present).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are <strong>having an asthma attack<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are <strong>under 6 years of age<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>porphyria<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are <strong>taking or have taken an MAOI<\/strong> (monoamine oxidase inhibitor) <strong>in the past two weeks<\/strong>. Do not use concurrently with MAOIs, within <strong>two weeks after stopping<\/strong> an <strong>irreversible<\/strong> MAOI, or take an MAOI for at least <strong>one week after stopping<\/strong> CLEAR COUGH\u00ae SYRUP.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Warnings_and_precautions_Read_before_use\"><\/span>Warnings and precautions (Read before use)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use with extra caution and speak to a healthcare professional <strong>before<\/strong> taking this medicine if any of the following apply:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You <strong>use alcohol<\/strong> or take other <strong>nervous system depressants<\/strong> (e.g., barbiturates, hypnotics for sleep, narcotic pain medicines, sedatives, tranquillisers). The combination can increase <strong>drowsiness<\/strong> and <strong>impaired concentration<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your cough <strong>lasts more than 1 week<\/strong>, returns frequently, or occurs with <strong>high fever<\/strong>, <strong>rash<\/strong>, or <strong>persistent headache<\/strong>\u2014seek medical advice.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>heart failure<\/strong>, other <strong>cardiovascular disease<\/strong>, or an <strong>irregular heartbeat<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>peripheral oedema<\/strong> (swelling of hands\/feet) or <strong>pulmonary oedema<\/strong> (excess fluid in the lungs).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>toxaemia of pregnancy<\/strong> (pregnancy-related high blood pressure with other abnormalities).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>glaucoma<\/strong> (raised pressure in the eye).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have an <strong>enlarged prostate<\/strong> (<strong>prostatic hypertrophy<\/strong>) or <strong>urinary retention<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have <strong>any allergies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You are <strong>elderly<\/strong>, as you may be more prone to <strong>dizziness<\/strong>, <strong>sedation<\/strong>, <strong>confusion<\/strong>, <strong>low blood pressure<\/strong>, and <strong>anticholinergic effects<\/strong> (e.g., dry mouth, blurred vision, dry eyes, constipation, urine problems).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You have been <strong>told you cannot tolerate certain sugars<\/strong>\u2014the syrup contains <strong>sucrose<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>You plan to take <strong>any other medicines<\/strong>, including <strong>non-prescription<\/strong> and <strong>traditional<\/strong> remedies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Driving and using machines<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CLEAR COUGH\u00ae SYRUP can cause <strong>drowsiness<\/strong> and <strong>impaired concentration<\/strong>. This effect is <strong>worse with alcohol<\/strong>. It is <strong>unsafe<\/strong> to drive or operate machinery while using this medicine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Alcohol<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do not drink alcohol<\/strong> during treatment. Alcohol increases sedation and poor concentration.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pregnancy_planning_pregnancy_and_breastfeeding\"><\/span>Pregnancy, planning pregnancy, and breastfeeding<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Do not use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If you are <strong>pregnant<\/strong>, <strong>breastfeeding<\/strong>, <strong>think you may be pregnant<\/strong>, or are <strong>planning to have a baby<\/strong>, <strong>speak to your doctor or pharmacist<\/strong> before using any medicine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Interactions\"><\/span>Interactions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tell your doctor or pharmacist about <strong>all<\/strong> medicines you are taking, including non-prescription and traditional products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Use with caution and only on medical advice if also taking:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Central nervous system depressants<\/strong> (e.g., alcohol, barbiturates, hypnotics, narcotic analgesics, sedatives, tranquillisers) \u2014 increased <strong>drowsiness<\/strong> and <strong>impaired concentration<\/strong> may occur.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Anticholinergic medicines<\/strong> \u2014 anticholinergic effects may be increased.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tricyclic antidepressants<\/strong> (and <strong>maprotiline<\/strong>) \u2014 effects may be <strong>enhanced<\/strong> by diphenhydramine; anticholinergic effects may be <strong>potentiated<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>MAOIs<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>do not use<\/strong> with CLEAR COUGH\u00ae SYRUP, or within <strong>14 days<\/strong> of stopping an MAOI (see \u201cWho should NOT use\u201d).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ototoxic medicines<\/strong> \u2014 ear-related side effects may be <strong>masked<\/strong> by diphenhydramine.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Food and drink<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Avoid alcohol<\/strong> (see above).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>With or without food:<\/strong> <strong>Not specified in the source.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_take_Step-by-step\"><\/span>How to take (Step-by-step)<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Always use exactly as described in the leaflet or as advised by your doctor or pharmacist. Do not share your medicine with others.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Measure the dose accurately<\/strong> using a <strong>medicine measure<\/strong> (spoon or cup).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Adults:<\/strong> Take <strong>5\u201310 ml<\/strong> <strong>every 3 to 4 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children 6\u201312 years:<\/strong> Take <strong>2,5\u20135 ml<\/strong> <strong>every 4 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Children under 6 years:<\/strong> <strong>Do not use.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Maximum daily dosing:<\/strong> <strong>Do not exceed four doses in 24 hours.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> Although adult directions mention \u201cevery 3 to 4 hours,\u201d the leaflet also states <strong>a maximum of four doses per day<\/strong>. Follow both instructions by spacing doses so that you <strong>do not exceed four doses in 24 hours<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Missed dose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you forget a dose, take it <strong>as soon as you remember<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If it is <strong>almost time for the next dose<\/strong>, <strong>skip<\/strong> the missed dose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do not<\/strong> take a <strong>double dose<\/strong> to make up for a missed dose.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Overdose<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Overdose may increase side effects.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Seek medical help immediately<\/strong>: contact your <strong>doctor<\/strong> or <strong>pharmacist<\/strong>, or go to the <strong>nearest hospital<\/strong> or <strong>poison control centre<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Take the carton and bottle with you<\/strong> so the healthcare team can see exactly what you took.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Treatment is <strong>symptomatic and supportive<\/strong> (as per source).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Practical tips from the source<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use a <strong>proper medicine measure<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep track of <strong>doses and timing<\/strong> to avoid exceeding <strong>four doses per day<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Avoid alcohol<\/strong> and other <strong>sedating<\/strong> or <strong>anticholinergic<\/strong> medicines unless advised by a healthcare professional.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dosing_table\"><\/span>Dosing table<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Age group<\/th><th>Dose per administration<\/th><th>Frequency (as per leaflet)<\/th><th>Maximum doses in 24 h<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><strong>Adults<\/strong><\/td><td>5\u201310 ml<\/td><td>Every 3\u20134 hours<\/td><td><strong>Do not exceed 4 doses\/day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Children 6\u201312 years<\/strong><\/td><td>2,5\u20135 ml<\/td><td>Every 4 hours<\/td><td><strong>Do not exceed 4 doses\/day<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Children under 6 years<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Do not use<\/strong><\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> The leaflet specifies both \u201cevery 3\u20134 hours\u201d (adults) and a <strong>maximum of four doses per day<\/strong>. Space doses accordingly to stay within the <strong>daily maximum<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Possible_side_effects\"><\/span>Possible side effects<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Stop using the medicine and get urgent medical help<\/strong> if any of the following occur (serious):<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Allergic reaction<\/strong>: swelling of the <strong>hands, feet, ankles, face, lips, or throat<\/strong> (which can cause trouble swallowing or breathing), or an <strong>itchy nettle-type rash (urticaria)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fainting<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These may be signs of a <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/reydin-uses-side-effects\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/reydin-uses-side-effects\/\">serious reaction<\/a><\/strong> and require immediate medical attention or hospital care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Common (listed as \u201cfrequent\u201d in the source):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Drowsiness\/sedation<\/strong>, <strong>difficulty concentrating<\/strong>, <strong>tiredness\/lack of energy (lassitude)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dizziness<\/strong>, <strong>low blood pressure (hypotension)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Muscular weakness<\/strong>, <strong>incoordination<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Less common (listed as \u201cless frequent\u201d in the source):<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Headache<\/strong>, <strong>palpitations<\/strong>, <strong>pale skin<\/strong>, <strong>confusion<\/strong>, <strong>back or abdominal pain<\/strong> \u2014 may relate to abnormal red blood cells (<strong>haemolytic anaemia<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sore mouth\/skin<\/strong>, <strong>sore throat<\/strong>, <strong>cough<\/strong>, <strong>breathing difficulty<\/strong>, <strong>light-headedness<\/strong>, <strong>fever<\/strong>, <strong>chills<\/strong>, <strong>body aches<\/strong> \u2014 may suggest low white blood cells (<strong>leukopenia<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Bleeding gums<\/strong>, <strong>nosebleeds<\/strong>, <strong>skin rashes<\/strong>, <strong>blood in urine<\/strong>, <strong>excessive\/easy bleeding<\/strong>, <strong>bruising<\/strong>, <strong>fatigue<\/strong>, <strong>general weakness<\/strong> \u2014 may indicate low platelets (<strong>thrombocytopenia<\/strong>).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Loss of appetite (anorexia)<\/strong>, <strong>blurred vision<\/strong>, <strong>ringing in the ears (tinnitus)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Mood\/behaviour changes: <strong>elation (high spirits)<\/strong>, <strong>depression<\/strong>, <strong>irritability<\/strong>, <strong>nightmares<\/strong>, <strong>euphoria<\/strong>, <strong>restlessness<\/strong>, <strong>insomnia<\/strong>, <strong>nervousness<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dry mouth<\/strong>, <strong>chest tightness<\/strong>, <strong>tingling<\/strong>, <strong>heaviness\/weakness of the hands<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Constipation<\/strong>, <strong>diarrhoea<\/strong>, <strong>upper\/middle stomach pain<\/strong>, <strong>nausea<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Fits (seizures)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sunlight sensitivity (photosensitisation)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Increased heartbeat<\/strong>, <strong>shaking<\/strong>, <strong>muscle twitching<\/strong>, <strong>thirst<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Abnormally deep and rapid breathing<\/strong>, <strong>progressive drowsiness<\/strong>, <strong>mental confusion<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Difficulty passing urine<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What to do about <a href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/alcophyllexuses-side-effects-precautions-and-more\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/alcophyllexuses-side-effects-precautions-and-more\/\">side effects<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Mild<\/strong> effects: speak to your pharmacist or doctor if symptoms are troublesome or persistent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Severe<\/strong> or <strong>allergic<\/strong> effects: <strong>stop the medicine<\/strong> and <strong>seek urgent medical help<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Reporting side effects<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>You can report adverse effects to <strong>SAHPRA<\/strong> using the <strong>\u201c6.04 Adverse Drug Reaction Reporting Form\u201d<\/strong> available under SAHPRA Publications (as referenced in the leaflet). Reporting helps improve safety information.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Storage_and_disposal\"><\/span>Storage and disposal<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep out of the reach of children.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Store at or below <strong>25 \u00b0C<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do not freeze.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep in the <strong>original packaging<\/strong> to protect from <strong>light<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not use after the <strong>expiry date<\/strong> on the packaging.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Return unused medicine<\/strong> to your pharmacist.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Do not<\/strong> dispose of unused medicine in <strong>drains<\/strong> or <strong>sewerage systems<\/strong> (e.g., toilets).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_the_medicine_contains\"><\/span>What the medicine contains<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Actives<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Diphenhydramine hydrochloride<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Ammonium chloride<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium citrate<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Other ingredients (excipients) listed in the leaflet<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Sucrose<\/strong> (sugar) \u2014 <strong>1,5 g per 5 ml<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Alcohol<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>0,1% v\/v<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nipastat<\/strong> \u2014 <strong>0,02% m\/v<\/strong> (preservative)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chloroform spirits<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Clarks caramel<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Menthol<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Purified water<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sodium carboxymethyl cellulose<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important composition notes<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Contains <strong>sugar (sucrose)<\/strong> \u2014 if you have been told you cannot tolerate certain sugars, contact your doctor before use.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contains <strong>alcohol<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pack_information_and_appearance\"><\/span>Pack information and appearance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Appearance:<\/strong> <strong>Brown syrupy liquid<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Pack sizes:<\/strong> <strong>100 ml<\/strong>, <strong>200 ml<\/strong>, <strong>2,5 litre<\/strong>, and <strong>25 litre<\/strong> containers.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Holder of Certificate of Registration:<\/strong> <strong>Ranbaxy Pharmaceuticals (Pty) Ltd<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs <span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can I take CLEAR COUGH\u00ae SYRUP if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?<\/strong><br>No. The leaflet states it <strong>should not be taken<\/strong> during <strong>pregnancy<\/strong> or <strong>breastfeeding<\/strong>. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist for alternatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Is it safe for children under 6 years?<\/strong><br>No. <strong>Do not give<\/strong> CLEAR COUGH\u00ae SYRUP to <strong>children under 6 years<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can I drive after taking a dose?<\/strong><br>No. The medicine causes <strong>drowsiness<\/strong> and <strong>impaired concentration<\/strong>, which can lead to accidents. <strong>Do not drive or operate machinery.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Can I drink alcohol while using it?<\/strong><br>No. <strong>Avoid alcohol<\/strong>. Alcohol increases <strong>drowsiness<\/strong> and <strong>impaired concentration<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>I am on antidepressants\u2014can I take this syrup?<\/strong><br><strong>Do not use<\/strong> if you are taking or have taken an <strong>MAOI<\/strong> in the last <strong>two weeks<\/strong>. <strong>Tricyclic antidepressants<\/strong> (and <strong>maprotiline<\/strong>) may also have <strong>enhanced<\/strong> or <strong>potentiated<\/strong> effects with diphenhydramine. Speak to your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>I missed a dose\u2014what should I do?<\/strong><br>Take it <strong>as soon as you remember<\/strong>, but if it is almost time for the next dose, <strong>skip<\/strong> the missed one. <strong>Do not<\/strong> double up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is the maximum number of doses per day?<\/strong><br>The leaflet states <strong>a maximum of four doses<\/strong> in <strong>24 hours<\/strong>. Space your doses to stay within this limit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What should I do if I take too much?<\/strong><br><strong>Seek medical help immediately<\/strong>\u2014contact your doctor\/pharmacist or go to the <strong>nearest hospital<\/strong> or <strong>poison control centre<\/strong>. <strong>Take the carton and bottle with you<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What if my cough doesn\u2019t get better?<\/strong><br>If the cough <strong>lasts more than one week<\/strong>, <strong>keeps coming back<\/strong>, or occurs with <strong>high fever<\/strong>, <strong>rash<\/strong>, or a <strong>persistent headache<\/strong>, <strong>consult a doctor<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Does it contain sugar or alcohol?<\/strong><br>Yes. <strong>Sucrose 1,5 g\/5 ml<\/strong> and <strong>alcohol 0,1% v\/v<\/strong> are listed in the composition.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It is a cough mixture scheduled as S2 in South Africa. It combines diphenhydramine hydrochloride, ammonium chloride, and sodium citrate. According to the source leaflet, it is intended for the alleviation of cough and may be purchased without a prescription, but it must still be used carefully. The medicine can cause drowsiness and impaired concentration, &#8230; <a title=\"CLEAR COUGH SYRUP : Uses,Dose,Side Effects,Precautions\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/clear-cough-syrup-uses-dose-side-effects-precaution\/\" aria-label=\"Read more about CLEAR COUGH SYRUP : Uses,Dose,Side Effects,Precautions\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":2174,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[46],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2142","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-cough"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2142","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2142"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2142\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2174"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2142"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2142"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rxquora.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2142"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}