XYDONE SYRUP

Anti-allergic, Antihistamine & Anti-inflammatory

Composition:     

Each100 ml contains:
– dexamethasone 10 mg              – chlorpheniramine maleate 40 mg

Properties:

Xydone is a combination of synthetic glucocorticoid (dexamethasone) and antihistamine (chlorpheniramine maleate).
Dexamethasone:
~ Has a potent anti-inflammatory effect (7 times the potency of prednisolone)
~ Controls the allergic reaction associated with rhinitis, bronchial asthma, dermatological disorders and other allergic conditions.

Indications :

Xydone is mainly indicated in inflammatory conditions, and some severe allergic diseases such as:
– Bronchial asthma – Allergic Rhinitis
– Otitis media with effusion
– Atopic and contact dermatitis
– Hypersensitivity reactions to chemicals, or insect bites
– Steven Johnson syndrome and other allergic disorders
– Some endocrine and rheumatic diseases
– Urticaria and Angioedema

Contraindications:

– Systemic fungal infection   – Administration of live virus vaccines
– Hypersensitivity to any of the drug’s components
– Don’t use for children less than 2 years.
– Not to be used for children less than 6 years without medical supervision

 Precautions:

Xydone should be taken with care in patients with:
– Tuberculosis and Peptic ulcer
– Any infection as it may mask its symptoms

Dosage:

Dosage requirements are variable and must be individualized according to the severity of the disease and the response of the patient:
– Children above 2 years: 1/2 teaspoonful (2.5 ml) 3 times daily.
– Adults: 1 teaspoonful (5ml) 3 times daily.

– N.B: ln severe cases the dose can be increased and adjusted by the physician.
*  The dose should be gradually decreased during withdrawal of the drug (tapering dose).

 Packing

 Bottles of 120 ml syrup