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Product introduction

Ascodex Plus Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

Ascodex Plus 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, headache, rash, sweating, skin rash, and coordination impaired. 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.

Uses of Ascodex Plus Syrup

Benefits of Ascodex Plus Syrup

In Cough

Ascodex Plus Syrup gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing. Ascodex Plus Syrup also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Side effects of Ascodex Plus Syrup

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 Ascodex Plus

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Bloating
  • Indigestion
  • Vomiting
  • Stomach pain/epigastric pain
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Sweating
  • Skin rash
  • Sleepiness
  • Thickened respiratory tract secretions
  • Allergic reaction
  • Impaired coordination

How to use Ascodex Plus Syrup

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. Ascodex Plus Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ascodex Plus Syrup works

Ascodex Plus Syrup is a combination of five medicines: Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, Diphenhydramine, Ammonium Chloride and Ammonium Chloride which relieve cough.

Safety advice

Alcohol
UNSAFE
Ascodex Plus Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ascodex Plus 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 Ascodex Plus Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ascodex Plus Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ascodex Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ascodex Plus Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ascodex Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ascodex Plus Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Ascodex Plus Syrup?

If you miss a dose of Ascodex Plus 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Ascodex Plus Syrup is prescribed to get relief from cough.
  • Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
  • In general, most coughs do not last more than 2-3 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.

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Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY

Patient concerns

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What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.
i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough
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References

  1. Drugs.com. Guaifenesin. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  2. ScienceDirect. Bromhexine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  3. Medscape. Diphenhydramine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link
  4. ScienceDirect. Ammonium chloride. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

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