Descongex Plus is a remedy used to treat nasal congestion because it contains a fast-effect nasal decongestant and an antihistamine, which relieves symptoms caused by flu and colds, rhinitis or sinusitis and reduces nasal discharge.
This drug is available in tablets, drops and syrup and can be purchased from pharmacies for a price of approximately 6 to 19 reais, depending on the pharmaceutical form and package size.
The dosage of Decongex Plus depends on the dosage form to use
The recommended dose for adults is 1 tablet in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening, with the maximum dose of no more than 2 tablets per day.For children, it is recommended to choose a syrup or drops.
The recommended dose for children over 2 years of age is 2 drops per kg body weight, divided into three doses per day, without exceeding the maximum daily dose of 60 drops.
In adults, the recommended dose is 1 to 1 and a half cups, which equates to 10 to 15 ml, 3 to 4 times a day, respectively.
In children over 2 years of age, the recommended dose is one-quarter to half a cup to measure, equivalent to 2.5 to 5 ml, 4 times a day, respectively.
The maximum daily dose of 60 ml should not be exceeded
Decongex Plus should not be used in people with hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients of the formula, pregnant women, breastfeeding women and children under 2 years of age.
In addition, this medicine is also contraindicated in people with heart problems, severe high blood pressure, severe heart circulatory disorders, arrhythmias, glaucoma, hyperthyroidism, circulatory disorders, diabetes and people with enlarged prostate.
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Side effects that may occur during treatment with Decongex Plus include high blood pressure, changes in heart rate, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, dry mouth, nose and throat, drowsiness, decreased reflexes, insomnia, nervousness, irritability, blurred vision and thickening.bronchial secretions.