Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup Description
Viscodyne SF syrup is used to treat cough associated with infections in the airways, asthma, shortness of breath and lung infections. Viscodyne SF syrup contains a combination of ambroxol, guaiphenes
in, menthol, and terbutaline as its active ingredients. This medicine helps in the expulsion of mucous and reduces cough and breathlessness. This syrup should be used cautiously if you have liver or kidney-related problems. Also, discuss if you have any other underlying medical conditions before starting the treatment. It is advisable to consult a physician before giving this medicine to children below 6 years. Viscodyne SF syrup should not be given with any other cough or cold medicines. And if you do not feel any relief and persistent cough along with fever and feel other additional symptoms, stop using it and consult a physician. Shake the bottle well, before each use.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹144.67 |
You Save | ₹12.58 (8% on MRP) |
Contains | Ambroxol(15.0 Mg/5ml) + Guaiphenesin / Guaifenesin(50.0 Mg/5ml) + Menthol(2.5 Mg/5ml) + Terbutaline(1.25 Mg/5ml) |
Uses | Wet cough associated with asthma and chronic bronchitis |
Side effects | Headache, shivering, muscle spasm, irregular heartbeat |
Therapy | COUGH COLD PREPARATION |
Uses of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
Contraindications of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
- If you are allergic to ambroxol, guaiphenesin, terbutaline, menthol or any other ingredients of Viscodyne SF syrup.
- If you are suffering from gastric ulcers.
- If you have any heart conditions or are prone to heart disorders.
Side effects of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
- Headache
- Shivering
- Muscle spasm
- Irregular heartbeats
- Low potassium level
- Dizziness
Precautions and Warnings of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You are pregnant or are breastfeeding.
- You have any underlying medical condition like high blood pressure, diabetes, fits, thyroid or other heart diseases.
- You may experience a sudden drop of potassium level in your blood on concomitant treatment. In such situations, a doctor may recommend monitoring potassium serum level closely and ask for specific blood tests....
- You are suffering from liver or kidney problems.
- You don't feel any relief in symptoms and your cough lasts for more than 5 days, consult a doctor immediately.
- You are suffering from high pressure inside the eyes (glaucoma) or having any kind of allergies.
Mode of Action of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
How Does It Work?
- Ambroxol acts as a mucolytic agent. It works by loosening/thinning up the mucous in the respiratory passages and makes the mucous less sticky. Thereby helping in removing the cough out.
- Terbutaline has bronchodilator properties. It relaxes the muscles of the airways and inhibits the release of inflammation-causing chemical substances. Thereby, it improves airflow to the lungs and helps make breathing easier....
- Guaifenesin is an expectorant; it helps thin the mucous in the airways and makes it easier to cough out and clear the airways. Menthol acts by soothing the airways.
Directions for Use of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
- Take this medicine as instructed by your doctor.
- Shake it well before use.
- Carefully measure the dose using a measuring cup or spoon.
- Do not consume this medicine directly from the bottle.
Interactions of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
Interactions with other medicines
- As Viscodyne SF syrup contains different components, any interactions seen with them when taken alone may happen with this combination. Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible drug interactions....
- Especially, if you are already taking other cough medicines.
- Concomitant use of Viscodyne SF syrup and medicines used to treat high blood pressure like propranolol should be avoided as it may affect the activity of this medicine.
- This medicine should be used with caution if you are already taking medicines to treat heart problems and blood pressure-related problems.
- Antipsychotic medicines like phenelzine, selegiline can increase the effect of Viscodyne SF syrup when used together, which may result in increased side effects.
Storage and disposal of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
- Store this medicine below 30°C.
- Try to keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Viscodyne Sugar Free Bottle Of 100ml Cough Syrup
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I take the Viscodyne SF syrup during dry cough?
Q: What is an expectorant?
- An ‘expectorant’ is any medicine that expels the sputum (phlegm or mucous) from your airways to the outside by the way of cough.
- Productive or chesty cough (cough with sputum) results when secretions of the airways are increased due to viral or bacterial infections or dust, pollen or other allergies.
- The secretions will mix with other cells and substances in the airways and congest the airways causing tightness in the chest, problematic breathing and cough. The body wants to expel these secretions by way of cough....
- Viscodyne SF syrup thins down the secretions and increases cough by which will relieve the congestion of the airways.
- This medicine is proven to be safe and efficient for the treatment of cough associated with chest congestion.
Q: Is Viscodyne SF syrup a habit-forming medicine?
Q: Is Viscodyne SF safe for children?
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