Manufacturer: West-Coast Pharmaceutical Works Ltd
Salt Composition : Phenylephrine
Packet of 1ml Drop
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Salin P Drop is best taken with food. Use it in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine needs to be taken regularly to get the most benefit from it. Keep using it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear. Before you take this medicine, let your doctor know about any other medicines you are taking. You should also tell your doctor if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and headache. While you are on treatment with this medicine, do not smoke as it can worsen your symptoms. Drinking alcohol can also affect how the medicine works and should be avoided. It is not recommended for pregnant women, however, it may be safe for breastfeeding mothers if the doctor prescribes it.
Salin P Drop is a nasal decongestant. It works by narrowing the small blood vessels, which provide temporary relief from congestion or stuffiness in the nose.
It is subject to extensive presystemic metabolism in the gut wall and therefore has a systemic bioavailability of approximately 40% relative to intravenous dosing. Following oral administration, peak plasma concentrations are achieved in 1 - 2 hours.
The most common side effects of taking this medicine include nausea, vomiting, and headache.
Phenylephrine use warrants caution in patients with a history of bradycardia, severe cardiac dysfunction, and hypovolemia.
IV phenylephrine may worsen angina, heart failure, or pulmonary arterial hypertension in patients with severe arteriosclerosis or a history of angina.
Salin P Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Salin P Drop. Please consult your doctor.
Salin P Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Phenylephrine is used to relieve nasal discomfort caused by colds, allergies, and hay fever. It is also used to relieve sinus congestion and pressure. Phenylephrine will relieve symptoms but will not treat the cause of the symptoms or speed recovery.
do not take phenylephrine if you are taking a monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor, such as isocarboxazid (Marplan), phenelzine (Nardil), selegiline (Eldepryl, Emsam, Zelapar), and tranylcypromine (Parnate), or if you have stopped taking one of these medications within the past 2 weeks.
Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Salin P Drop is to be taken with food.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Salin P Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
You have been prescribed Salin P Drop for the treatment of common cold symptoms.
Salin P Drop can make you restless, so don't take it too close to bedtime.
Always take Salin P Drop with food.
Do not use this medicine without a doctor's advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Avoid drinking and smoking while taking Salin P Drop.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Salin P Drop is to be taken with food.
Q. Is it safe to use Salin P Drop?
Yes, Salin P Drop is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients, it may cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, fatigue, dizziness, dryness in the mouth, sleepiness and allergic reaction. If you experience any persistent problem while taking this medication, inform your doctor as soon as possible.
Q. Can the use of Salin P Drop cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Salin P Drop can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for sometime and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines. Consult your doctor if the side effect persist or worsen.
Q. Can the use of Salin P Drop cause nausea and vomiting?
Yes, the use of Salin P Drop can cause nausea and vomiting. To avoid nausea one can take Salin P Drop with milk, food or with antacids. If vomiting occurs, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if vomiting persists. You should let your doctor know if you are unable to drink water and there are signs of dehydration, like dark colored and strong-smelling urine and a low frequency of urination. Avoid taking fatty or fried foods along with this medication. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.
