Dextromethorphan
Turns down the brain's 'cough switch' so you stop coughing so often.
- Pack Size
- 100 ml bottle
COPRIS Syrup
Copris Syrup
Dextromethorphan HBr 10 mg + Phenylephrine HCl 5 mg + Chlorpheniramine Maleate 2 mg (per 5 ml)
Sugar-free cough, cold and allergy relief — kind to the throat
COPRIS Syrup targets the three most annoying parts of a common cold in one go — the dry cough, the blocked nose and the runny nose or sneezing from allergies.
It is sugar-free and non-alcoholic, so it is gentle on the throat and suitable for people avoiding sugar or alcohol in medicines.
Educational content only. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Consult your physician before use.
// Chapter 01 — Key Benefits
Why it matters
- 01Calms dry, irritating cough
- 02Clears a blocked nose
- 03Reduces sneezing, watery eyes and runny nose
- 04Sugar-free and alcohol-free
- 05Soothing on the throat
// Chapter 02 — Composition
What's inside
Each film-coated tablet contains:
- Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide10 mg / 5 ml
- Phenylephrine Hydrochloride5 mg / 5 ml
- Chlorpheniramine Maleate2 mg / 5 ml
// Chapter 03 — How it works
Mechanism of action
A simple, plain-language walkthrough of each active ingredient.
Phenylephrine
Shrinks the swollen blood vessels inside the nose so air can flow again.
Chlorpheniramine
An antihistamine that blocks the allergy chemical (histamine) causing sneezing, itching and runny nose.
// Chapter 04 — Clinical Advantages
Why physicians choose it
- Three actions in one dose — cough, congestion and allergy.
- Sugar-free — safer for people with diabetes.
- Pleasant taste and easy to measure with a spoon or cup.
// Chapter 05 — Indications
When it is used
Useful for:
// Chapter 06 — Dosage
How to take it
- Adults: 10 ml, two to three times a day.
- Children (as advised by doctor): usually 5 ml, two to three times a day.
- Do not exceed the prescribed dose.
// Chapter 07 — Storage
How to store it
- Store below 25°C.
- Do not refrigerate.
- Keep tightly closed.
// Chapter 08 — Safety
Important to know
- May cause mild drowsiness — avoid driving until you know how it affects you.
- Avoid other cough or cold medicines at the same time (many share the same ingredients).
- Consult a doctor before use in pregnancy, breastfeeding, high blood pressure or heart disease.
- Not for children under 2 years without medical advice.
// Chapter 09 — Side Effects
Possible side effects
Most people take this without trouble. If something does happen, it is usually mild and settles on its own.
Usually mild
- Drowsiness or a sleepy, slowed-down feeling
- Dry mouth, nose or throat
- Mild dizziness
- Faster heartbeat or restlessness in some people
Call your doctor right away
- Racing or irregular heartbeat
- Severe dizziness, confusion or difficulty passing urine
- Rash, swelling or breathlessness
- Very high blood pressure symptoms such as a pounding headache
// Chapter 10 — Precautions
Who should be careful
- Do not drive, ride or operate machinery after a dose — it can make you sleepy.
- Tell your doctor if you have high blood pressure, heart disease, thyroid problems, glaucoma or an enlarged prostate.
- Not for children below the age your doctor specifies; never use an adult dose for a child.
- Avoid in pregnancy and breastfeeding unless your doctor advises it.
- Do not take it for more than a few days without review — a cough lasting over a week needs assessment.
// Chapter 11 — Interactions
What to avoid while taking it
- Never combine with alcohol or sleeping tablets — drowsiness becomes dangerous.
- Avoid other cold or cough medicines at the same time; you may double the same ingredients.
- Tell your doctor if you take antidepressants (especially MAO inhibitors) or blood pressure medicines.
- Use the measuring cap provided — a kitchen spoon gives an inaccurate dose.
// In summary
Three-in-one syrup for cough, blocked nose and allergy — sugar-free and throat-friendly.
Educational only. Read the label. Consult a doctor if symptoms last more than a week.
// FAQ
Questions
Will Copris Syrup make me sleepy?+
It can. Take it at a time when you do not need to drive or concentrate, and follow your doctor's schedule.
Is it sugar-free?+
Yes, the formula is sugar-free, which suits people watching their sugar intake — still confirm with your doctor if you are diabetic.
Can I give it to my child?+
Only in the dose and age band your paediatrician approves.
How long can I use it?+
Short-term use only. If the cough or cold lasts beyond a week, see your doctor.
