Alex Information

Alex is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Lozenges,Syrup,Drops. The alternative uses of Alex have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Alex depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alex can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Alex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Alex has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Alex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alex related warnings section.

Alex can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Alex in conditions like Heart Disease, Glaucoma. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alex contraindications section.

Additionally, Alex may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Alex Benefits & Uses
Alex Dosage & How to Take
Alex Side Effects
Alex Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alex with Other Drugs
Alex Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alex
Alex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alex Benefits

Alex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Common Cold
Blocked Nose
Cough
Dry Cough (Read More - Home remedies for dry cough)

Other Benefits

Alex Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan, below 6 years old should take 2.5 ml
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 5 mg phenylephrine, 2 mg chlorpheniramine and 10 mg dextromethorphan

Alex Side Effects

No side effects of Alex have been reported in the medical literature. However, you should always consult your doctor before using Alex.

Alex Related Warnings

Is the use of Alex safe for pregnant women?

Alex shows severe effect on pregnant women. For this reason, take it after medical advice only. Taking it with your desire can be harmful.
Is the use of Alex safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Alex may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Alex should not be taken unless your doctor says it is necessary.
What is the effect of Alex on the Kidneys?

Alex may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Alex on the Liver?

Alex has very mild side effects on the [Organ].
What is the effect of Alex on the Heart?

Alex is rarely harmful for [Organ].