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Composition:

CHLORPHENIRAMINE-2MG + DEXTROMETHORPHAN-10MG + PHENYLEPHRINE-5MG

Uses:

<p>Torex New Tablet 10's is used to treat dry cough. The detailed uses of Torex New Tablet 10's are as follows:</p><ul><li><strong>Cough Relief:</strong> Torex New Tablet 10's is designed to provide cough relief, especially for dry coughs, by utilising its antitussive properties to calm throat irritation and reduce the urge to cough.</li><li><strong>Allergy Relief: </strong>Torex New Tablet 10's can help to alleviate allergy symptoms like a runny nose and sneezing, offering relief for individuals who experience seasonal allergic reactions.</li><li><strong>Soothing Sore Throat: </strong>Torex New Tablet 10's helps to calm a sore throat caused by coughing or irritation, making swallowing easier and reducing throat discomfort.</li><li><strong>Decongestant: </strong>Torex New Tablet 10's contains Phenylephrine, a decongestant that reduces nasal congestion by shrinking swollen blood vessels in the nasal passages.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Torex New Tablet 10's is a combination drug belonging to a medication class called 'cough and cold preparations' primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps relieve allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, congestion or stiffness. Phenylephrine is a 'decongestant' that helps shrink the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough centre in the brain to the muscles that produce cough. Thus, Torex New Tablet 10's helps to relieve overall cough, cold and allergic symptoms.

FAQs

Torex New Tablet 10's is used to treat dry cough.

Torex New Tablet 10's is a combination drug, primarily used to treat dry cough. Chlorpheniramine works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. Phenylephrine is a 'decongestant' that helps in shrinking the blood vessels located in the nasal passage, thereby reducing stuffy nose. Dextromethorphan works by blocking the transmission of nerve signals from the cough center in the brain to the muscles that produce cough.

Consuming alcohol, along with Torex New Tablet 10's, may potentiate some of the pharmacologic effects of CNS-active agents. If used together, it may lead to symptoms like confusion, central nervous system depression, impairment of thinking and judgment.

No, you should not take Torex New Tablet 10's if you need to undergo surgery as it may lead to excessive drowsiness and sleepiness when given along with anesthesia. Please inform your doctor before surgery if you are taking Torex New Tablet 10's as the doctor may stop it 72 hours before the surgery.

It is not recommended to take Torex New Tablet 10's along with any anti-depressant medication, especially MAO inhibitors (linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine), as it may lead to unpleasant side-effects or any drug interaction. Also, Torex New Tablet 10's should be taken at least 15 days after your last dose of anti-depressants.

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to take Torex New Tablet 10's and skip the missed dose. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Torex New Tablet 10's should be used with caution and only when prescribed by a doctor in patients with glaucoma. As Torex New Tablet 10's may rarely worsen the symptoms of glaucoma.

Yes, Torex New Tablet 10's can cause sleepiness or drowsiness as a common side effect. Torex New Tablet 10's contains dextromethorphan and phenylephrine, which can lead to drowsiness, dizziness, and other side effects like nausea, dry mouth, and headache. Therefore, avoid activities that requires mental alertness until you know how Torex New Tablet 10's affects you.

No, taking Torex New Tablet 10's in a dose higher than recommended will not make it more effective but can actually be harmful. Overdosing can lead to severe side effects and toxicity. Therefore, follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

It is unknown whether Torex New Tablet 10's passes into human milk. Therefore, please consult your doctor if you are supposed to breastfeed while taking Torex New Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe Torex New Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh risks.

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C in a cool and dry place. Protect it from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Torex New Tablet 10's is primarily used to treat dry cough and relieve allergy symptoms such as a runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, and watery eyes. However, it is not typically recommended for chronic cough or asthma. Therefore, please consult your doctor for appropriate medications and treatments for chronic cough or asthma.

Both Torex New Tablet 10's and other cold or allergy medicines may contain dextromethorphan, phenylephrine, and chlorpheniramine as active components. Therefore, combining cold or allergy medicines with Torex New Tablet 10's increases the chance of side effects. So always consult your doctor before combining other medicines along with Torex New Tablet 10's.

Avoid alcohol that can increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by Torex New Tablet 10's. Inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing conditions, such as heart, kidney, lung, liver, thyroid problems, diabetes, glaucoma, or prostate issues. Inform your doctor if you are taking other medications, or if you are breastfeeding, pregnant or planning pregnancy. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Torex New Tablet 10's to loosen mucus. Take Torex New Tablet 10's exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not exceed the recommended dose.

It is not known whether Torex New Tablet 10's can cause fetal harm. Therefore, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant before taking Torex New Tablet 10's. Your doctor will prescribe Torex New Tablet 10's only if the benefits outweigh risks.

The duration for using Torex New Tablet 10's depends on the severity of your symptoms and your doctor's advice. Generally, it is meant for short-term use to relieve symptoms like dry cough, runny nose, and sneezing. Follow your doctor's instructions on how long to use it and consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

The common side effects of Torex New Tablet 10's are dry mouth, throat or nose, drowsiness, blurred vision, constipation, dizziness, restlessness or excitation. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.