Product introduction
Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup is a combination cough medicine used to ease a dry, irritating cough. It calms the urge to cough and eases the linked allergy symptoms such as sneezing and a runny nose, giving temporary relief. It can be taken with or without food, and it is best to complete the course your doctor advises so the cough does not return.
Storage: Store below 25°C.
Uses of Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup
- Relief of dry cough caused by throat irritation, allergies, viral infections or environmental irritants
Benefits of Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup
This syrup targets a dry cough in two ways. It quietens the reflex that keeps triggering the cough while also settling allergy-related symptoms like sneezing and a runny or itchy nose. The result is less throat irritation and more comfortable days and nights. It is meant for a dry, tickly cough rather than a wet cough that brings up mucus.
Side effects of Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup
Most side effects do not require medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Consult your doctor if they persist.
- No common side effects reported (limited data available)
How to use Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and for the duration advised by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use and measure the dose with the measuring cup provided. It can be taken with or without food.
How Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup works
Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup pairs two medicines. Chlorpheniramine maleate is an antiallergic that blocks the action of histamine, a natural chemical behind allergy symptoms. Dextromethorphan hydrobromide is a cough suppressant that reduces activity in the part of the brain that triggers coughing. Together they calm a dry cough and its allergy-related symptoms.
Substitutes for Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup
No other medicine with the same composition is listed in our catalogue yet. Message us on WhatsApp and our pharmacist will help you find a suitable alternative.
Safety advice
It is unsafe to drink alcohol while taking this syrup, as the combination can make you very drowsy.
Safety in pregnancy has not been established, as there are no adequate and well-controlled studies. Use it only if your doctor advises.
It may be unsafe during breastfeeding. Limited information suggests the medicine may pass into breast milk, so speak with your doctor first.
It may lower your alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy, so take care before driving.
Use with caution if you have kidney disease; a dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor.
Use with caution if you have liver disease; a dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor.
Quick tips
- Drink plenty of fluids to help soothe your throat while taking this syrup.
- Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you, as it can cause drowsiness.
- Do not drink alcohol with this medicine, as it increases sleepiness.
- It is meant for a dry cough; do not use it for a wet cough that brings up mucus.
- See your doctor if the cough lasts longer than about a week or comes with a rash, facial swelling or breathing difficulty.
Fact box
| Chemical class | — |
|---|---|
| Habit forming | No |
| Therapeutic class | RESPIRATORY |
| Action class | — |
Frequently asked questions
Can I give Zerotuss-D Junior Syrup to my child on my own?
Give it to a child only when a doctor recommends it, and follow the dose worked out for the child's age and weight. Do not decide the dose yourself.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next dose, skip the one you missed; do not double up to make up for it.
Is this syrup right for every kind of cough?
No. It is made for a dry, irritating cough. It is not suitable for a wet or productive cough that brings up phlegm; a different treatment is needed for that.
Will it make me drowsy?
It can cause drowsiness in some people. Avoid driving or using machinery until you know how it affects you, and do not combine it with alcohol.
Can I take it with other cough or cold medicines?
Avoid combining it with other cough remedies and tell your doctor about all the medicines you take, as it can interact with some of them.