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Drifen-AF Oral Drops

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Introduction of Drifen-AF Oral Drops

Drifen-AF Oral Drops is a combination medicine used in the treatment of common cold symptoms. It relieves allergy symptoms such as runny nose, stuffy nose, sneezing, watery eyes and congestion or stuffiness.

Drifen-AF Oral Drops is a combination of two medicines: Drifen-AF Oral Drops1 and Drifen-AF Oral Drops2 that relieve symptoms of cold and allergy.

Uses of Drifen-AF Oral Drops

Benefits of Drifen-AF Oral Drops

In Treatment of Common cold

Drifen-AF Oral Drops is a combination medicine that effectively relieves symptoms of common cold such as blocked nose, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, and congestion or stuffiness. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It shrinks the blood vessels and provides rapid relief that lasts for several hours.

Drifen-AF Oral Drops usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Side effects of Drifen-AF Oral Drops

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Drifen-AF

  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Restlessness
  • Anxiety
  • Dizziness
  • Tremors
  • Pale skin
  • High blood pressure
  • Seizure
  • Cerebral hemorrhage
  • Palpitations
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
  • Abdominal pain
  • Allergic reaction
  • Decreased appetite
  • Blurred vision
  • Dry nose
  • Dry throat
  • Excitement
  • Rash

How to use Drifen-AF Oral Drops

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Drifen-AF Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Drifen-AF Oral Drops. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Drifen-AF Oral Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Drifen-AF Oral Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Drifen-AF Oral Drops alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Drifen-AF Oral Drops in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Drifen-AF Oral Drops in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Drifen-AF Oral Drops

  • Drifen-AF Oral Drops helps relieve symptoms of cold and flu such as watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, and itching of the nose or throat.
  • Take it as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know howΒ it affects you.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Drifen-AF Oral Drops as it may cause excessive drowsiness.
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

Patient concerns

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My 8 months baby boy is having cold since last 8 days
Dr. Prashant Singh
Paediatrics
Give sinarest AF drops or T Minic Drops 0.5 ml orally twice Daily along with Nasoclear drops in nostrils 4-5 times daily,
My child is having slight cold. She is just 3 months old. It was advised earlier to take sinarest AF. But could not remember what to give, Sinarest AF Syrup or Sinarest AF Drop
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
Reason for cold can not be same every time. In smaller baby it is always better to take medicine only after consulting The risks that are associated with self-medication include: Inaccurate diagnosis. Using inappropriate medications that cause side effects. Masking the symptoms of a serious condition. Delaying medical advice. Inaccurate dosage that leads to accidental overdose
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