Phenylephrine Hydrochloride and Chlorpheniramine Maleate Syrup - #18637
For the past two weeks, I’ve been dealing with a really bad cold—blocked nose, non-stop sneezing, and a scratchy throat. The pharmacist recommended a cough syrup containing phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup, saying it would help relieve congestion and runny nose. I started taking it twice a day as directed, and while it did provide some relief, I began experiencing strange side effects. The first thing I noticed was an increase in my heart rate. After taking the phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup, my heart would start pounding, and I would feel slightly jittery. This worried me a lot, especially since I don’t have any known heart conditions. Is this a common reaction to phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup, or could it be a sign that my body is not tolerating it well? Another problem is drowsiness. Even though I was told that phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup is non-drowsy, I feel extremely sluggish after taking it. It’s making it difficult for me to focus on work, and I just feel like sleeping all day. Could this syrup be affecting my nervous system in a way I don’t understand? One more thing I want to mention—I’ve been experiencing some dryness in my throat and mouth ever since I started taking phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup. I drink a lot of water, but the dryness doesn’t seem to go away. Is this a side effect of the medication, or could it be something else? Since I’m someone who prefers natural remedies whenever possible, I wanted to ask if there are Ayurvedic alternatives to phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup that can help with congestion, runny nose, and sneezing without these side effects. Are there herbal treatments that work similarly to decongestants but in a gentler way? I’ve heard that certain Ayurvedic practices like steam inhalation with medicinal herbs or herbal teas can help clear nasal congestion. Would these be as effective as phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup, or would they take longer to show results? Also, is there any Ayurvedic method to strengthen my respiratory system so that I don’t catch colds so frequently? I’d really appreciate some guidance on this. I don’t want to rely on phenylephrine hydrochloride and chlorpheniramine maleate syrup if there’s a safer, natural way to deal with my symptoms.
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