Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes.
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, headache, skin rash, tremor, and increased heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Treatment of Cough with mucus
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Guaifenesin, Terbutaline and Bromhexine, which relieves cough with mucus. Guaifenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Terbutaline is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Together, they make breathing easier.
If you miss a dose of Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Stop taking Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
Q. Will Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup be more effective if taken in more than recommended dose?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having some serious side effects and toxicity. If you experience increased severity of your symptoms, that are not relieved by the recommended doses, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
In Treatment of Cough with mucus
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup 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.
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
Increased heart rate
Tremor
Hives
Skin rash
Headache
Dizziness
Sweating
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Indigestion
Bloating
Diarrhea
Nausea
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Expectrol 100mg/2.5mg/8mg Syrup in these patients.
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