Mendil
Generic: Diphenhydramine + Levomenthol
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Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Mendil is indicated for the relief of cough and associated congestive symptoms. It is also used to relieve runny nose, sneezing, watery eyes, itchy nose/eyes/throat and other allergic symptoms.
Dosage & Administration
Adults and Children over 12 years
: The recommended dose is 10 ml of syrup 4 times a day. Maximum daily dose is 40 ml syrup.
Contraindications
This preparation is contraindicated in individuals with known hypersensitivity to the product or any of its constituents and in individuals with chronic or persistent cough, such as occurs with asthma, or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions, unless directed by the physician. It should not be administered to patients currently receiving monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs) or those patients who have received treatment with MAOIs within the last two weeks.
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Diphenhydramine may cause drowsiness, dizziness, gastrointestinal disturbance, dry mouth/nose/throat, difficulty in urination or blurred vision
Warnings & Precautions
Mendil may cause drowsiness. Caution should be exercised in patients with moderate to severe renal or hepatic dysfunction or urinary retention when using Mendil. Diphenhydramine should not be taken by individuals with narrow-angle glaucoma or symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Diphenhydramine possesses antitussive and antihistaminic properties. It relieves cough centrally (brain stem) and treats sneezing, runny nose and allergy (itchy eyes, nose, skin). Levomenthol has decongestant and anti-inflammatory properties which helps soothe cough and reduces congestion and inflammation in the nasal passage and lungs that makes breathing easier.