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Wikoryl Drop

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Manufacturer :  Alembic Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Chlorpheniramine, Paracetamol, Phenylephrine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Wikoryl Drop

The medication is most commonly used for the common cold, nasal decongestant, headache, itchy skin or throat, joint pain, ear pain and other similar conditions. It is a multi-drug composition consists of chloropheniramine, paracetamol and phenylephrine, all of which are active ingredients that block the flow of histamine, work as an NSAID, and Alpha-adrenergic agonist in your body, respectively.

The drops improve the pain threshold and blood flow thus helping in constricting the blood vessels and decongesting the blocked nose. It is advisable that you do not use this drug if you have taken any of the medications that include sodium oxybate, furazolidone or a monamine oxidase inhibitor within the last fortnight.

    What are the uses of Wikoryl Drop

    • Headache

    • Fever

    • Common Cold Symptoms

    What are the contraindications of Wikoryl Drop ?

    What are the side effects of Wikoryl Drop ?

    Key highlights of Wikoryl Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      This medication may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      The drug should be avoided by pregnant women unless suggested by the doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding a baby.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    What are the substitutes for Wikoryl Drop ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Wikoryl Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Take the missed dose as soon as possible.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Consult a doctor in case of overdose.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication is a first-generation antihistamine, which is used to prevent allergic symptoms from conditions such as urticaria and rhinitis. It binds to the histamine H1 receptor, which prevents the action from endogenous histamine.

      What are the interactions of Wikoryl Drop ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Medicine

        Medicine

        This medication interacts with leflunomide, prilocaine, antidepressants and anxiolytics.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from liver disease, asthma, gastrointestinal blockage and diabetes should exercise caution.

      FAQs about Wikoryl Drop

      • Ques : What is Wikoryl drop?

        Ans : Wikoryl is a medication which has Chlorpheniramine Maleate, Paracetamol and Phenylephrine as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by inhibiting the blood vessels results in reducing the flow of blood.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Wikoryl drop?

        Ans : Wikoryl drop is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Cold, Common cold, Fever, Chill, Nasal decongestant, Catarrh, Febrility, Hay fever, Rhinitis, Itchy throat/skin, and Runny nose.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Wikoryl drop?

        Ans : Swollen facial features, Liver damage, Abnormalities of blood cells, Nausea, Rashes, Liver toxicity, Less white blood cells, Acute renal tubular necrosis, and Blood dyscrasias are possible side-effects which may occur.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Wikoryl drop?

        Ans : Store Wikoryl drop in a cool dry place and keep it in the original pack or container until it is time to take them. Store this medication out of sight and reach of children. Unused medicines should be disposed of in special ways to ensure that pets, children and other people cannot consume them.

      • Ques : How long do I need to use Wikoryl Drop before I see improvement of my conditions?

        Ans : It takes 1 or 2 days before you see an improvement in your health conditions.

      • Ques : What are the contraindications to Wikoryl Drop?

        Ans : It should not be used if you have the following conditions such as Hepatic impairment, Hypersensitivity, Hyperthyroidism, etc.

      • Ques : Is Wikoryl Drop safe to use when pregnant?

        Ans : This medication is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

      • Ques : Will Wikoryl Drop be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?

        Ans : No, taking higher than the recommended dose can lead to increased chances of side effects.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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