General Overview:
Doctors often recommend Acefyl syrup for patients suffering from Allergic symptoms and Asthma. It contains two active ingredients Acefylline(Bronchodilator) and Diphenhydramine(Antihistamine).
Manufactured by: Nabiqasim Industries
Dosage Form:
- Syrup
Ingredients
It contains two active ingredients
- so Acefylline(Bronchodilator)
- Diphenhydramine(Antihistamine)
How Acefyl Syrup Works?
As we know it contains two ingredients i.e. acefyllin and Diphenhydramine. So because of their different natures, we will discuss two mechanisms one for acefyllin and the second one for Diphenhydramine.
Mechanism of Acefyllin:
Acefyllin is a bronchodilator that helps widen the airways, making breathing easy.
It inhibits an enzyme known as phosphodiesterase (PDE) from breaking down another substance called cAMP (Cyclic Adenosine Monophosphate). when the level of cAMP goes up it helps widen the muscles surrounding airways.
Mechanism of Diphenhydramine:
Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine that treats allergic symptoms such as runny nose, itching, watery eyes, and sneezing.
there are chemicals in the body known as histamines responsible for allergic symptoms such as runny nose, itching, sneezing, and watery eyes. Diphenhydramine attaches to the h1 receptors of histamine cells and thus blocks the action of histamines. thus it reduces allergic symptoms
Acefyl Syrup Uses:
Medical Conditions
- Asthma
- Hay fever
It is also used to treat the following symptoms.
Symptoms
- Widening airways
- Itching
- Reduce cough
- Insomnia
- Nausea, vomiting
- Dizziness
Acefyl Syrup Side Effects:
- Dry mouth, nose, or throat
- Headache
- Digestive issues
- Blurred vision because of the diphenhydramine component.
Warnings and Precautions:
- Acefyl can interact with other medicines such as Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) such as phenelzine, selegiline, and tranylcypromine. So talk to your doctor about the medicines you are taking.
- If you have a medical history of liver disease, kidney disease, or cardiovascular disease. Discuss it with your doctor.
- Inform the doctor, if you are pregnant or in the breastfeeding era.
- Avoid driving and other work because this syrup may cause blurred vision.
How To Use It?
Shake well before using it and Take it by mouth.
Dosage:
As Recommended by the doctor.
Overdose:
If you think you have taken more than the prescribed by the doctor. Seek medical help, Also you may feel some symptoms in case of overdose.
- Low blood pressure
- Headache
- Confusion
- Hallucination
Missed Dose:
If you have missed the dose as prescribed by the doctor, seek medical help. If the time to the next dose is far, then take otherwise don’t double it to cover the forgotten one.
Drug interaction:
It may interact with other medications. So inform the doctor about all of the medicines you are taking already. medication with which it may interact are
Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs): Selegiline, Tranylcypromine, Phenelzine
CNS Depressants: Benzodiazepines (e.g., diazepam, lorazepam) and Opioids (e.g., morphine, oxycodone)
Antihistamines: Zyretic amd Rigix tablets
Storage:
- Store at room temperature
- Store at a dry place
- Keep it away from heat
- Keep it away from kids
- Don’t freeze it.
Acefyl Syrup Price in Pakistan:
The price of this syrup in Pakistan is 107
Disclaimer:
Don’t take it as a medical advice. It is just for information purposes only. Consult a doctor for a prescription.