Ascoril Plus Tablet : Uses, Price, Side Effects, Composition, Substitutes, Precautions and Advice - Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd | strip of 10 tablets

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Composition for Ascoril Plus Tablet

Guaifenesin (100mg), Terbutaline (2.5mg), Bromhexine (8mg)

Prescription Required

Primarily used for

Cough with mucus, Asthma, Cough

₹25.5

₹2.55/Tablet

10 tablets in 1 strip

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Medicine Overview

In Depth Information

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Medicine Overview of Ascoril Plus Tablet

Uses of Guaifenesin

Guaifenesin is used in the treatment of cough with mucus.

Side effects of Guaifenesin

Common

Nausea, Itchy rash, Hypersensitivity reaction, Stomach pain, Diarrhoea, Vomiting.

How to use Guaifenesin

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Ascoril Plus Tablet works

Guaifenesin works by decreasing the stickiness of airway secretions and helps in their removal from the airways.

Uses of Terbutaline

Terbutaline is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disorder.

Side effects of Terbutaline

Common

Tremor, Headache, Restlessness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Palpitations.

How to use Terbutaline

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Ascoril Plus Tablet works

Terbutaline is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and makes breathing easier.

Uses of Bromhexine

Bromhexine is used in the treatment of cough.

Side effects of Bromhexine

Common

Irritation of ear, Allergic skin rash, Dizziness, Headache.

How to use Bromhexine

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.

How Ascoril Plus Tablet works

Bromhexine thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

In Depth Information on Ascoril Plus Tablet

Expert advice for Guaifenesin

Do not take guaifenesin if you have known allergy to it.
Stop guaifenesin and consult your doctor immediately if you develop breathing difficulty swelling on your face, neck throat or tongue (severe allergic reactions).
Do not take guaifenesin if you are taking more than one cough and cold medicine.
Consult your doctor before you start taking guaifenesin if you have asthma, inflammation of air passages (bronchitis), lung disorder in which the flow of air to the lungs is blocked (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) such as emphysema, smokers cough, porphyria (a rare blood pigment disorder that affects skin and other organs).
Consult your doctor before you start guaifenesin if you are suffering from liver or kidney problems, or if you are taking alcohol.
Guaifenesin should not be combined with cough suppressants in the treatment of cough.
Consult your doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve within 7 days, tend to recur, or are accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
It is important to tell your doctor, while undergoing urine tests, if have recently taken or are taking guaifenesin as it can affect some results.
Do not take guaifenesin if you are pregnant or breast feeding unless it is advised by your doctor.
Use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle; discard after 4 weeks of opening even if not used (consult your pharmacist for the procedure to dispose).

Expert advice for Terbutaline

This drug may make you dizzy or drowsy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.
Limit alcoholic beverages.

Avoid smoking and smoke prone places.
Do not use terbutaline if you are allergic to terbutaline or to other drugs such as epinephrine, albuterol.
Consult your doctor before taking terbutaline if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.

Expert advice for Bromhexine

Tell your doctor if you have ever had or are suffering from stomach ulcer. You may not be prescribed Bromhexine as it can aggravate your problem.
Inform your doctor if you have any liver/kidney disease or asthma.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Do not take if allergic to Bromhexine or any of its ingredients.

Warnings

Special precautions for Ascoril Plus Tablet

Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS

Ascoril Plus Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy....

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Lactation

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Driving

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Kidney

CAUTION

Ascoril Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ascoril Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor....

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Liver

CAUTION

Ascoril Plus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ascoril Plus Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor....

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Patient Concerns

Frequently asked questions for Ascoril Plus Tablet

Frequently asked questions for Guaifenesin

Q. What is Guaifenesin used for?

Guaifenesin is an expectorant, mainly used to relieve chest congestion by aiding the removal of mucus

Q. What is Ascoril+/Ascoril LS/ Ascorl D cough syrup?

Ascoril+ cough syrup contains terbutaline, while Ascorl LS contails levosalbutamol. In addition both syrups contain bromhexine and guaifenesin and are used to relieve cough due to acute and chronic inflammation of the airways (bronchitis) and other cough conditions.Ascoril D is a medicine for dry cough and it does not contain guaifenesin

Q. Is Ascoril+ an antibiotic?

No, Ascoril+ cough syrup contains terbutaline, bromhexine and guaifenesin. It does not contain any antibiotic

Q. Does Ascoril+/ Ascoril LS cause drowsiness?

No, terbutaline, levosalbutamol, bromhexine and guaifenesin do not cause any drowsiness. Hence, Ascoril+ or Ascoril LS syrup does not cause drowsiness

Q. How long can I take guaifenesin?

Consult your doctor for use more than 7 days

Q. Can I take guaifenesin if I have high blood pressure?

Guaifenesin should not be taken by individuals with high blood pressur

Q. Can I take guaifenesin with phenylephrine, ibuprofen, amoxicillin and paracetamol (acetaminophen)?

There are no known drug interactions between phenylephrine, ibuprofen, amoxicillin and paracetamol (acetaminophen) and guaifenesin. However, consult your doctor about all medications currently taken before starting and while on guaifenesin

Q. Can I take guaifenesin with Sudafed (pseudoephedrine-decongestant preparation) and Dayquil (OTC cold and cough preparation), Benadryl, benzonatate?

Guaifenesin can be taken with other cold and cough preparation including Sudafed, Dayquil, Benadryl and benzonatate . However, other formulations containing guaifenesin must be avoided to avoid a double dose. Also, guaifenesin should not be combined with cough suppressants in the treatment of cough since the combination would not be logical and you may be exposed to unnecessary side effects.

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Frequently asked questions for Terbutaline

Q. Is terbutaline a steroid/ corticosteroid/ a catecholamine/ a narcotic/ cough syrup?

Terbutaline (also available as Bricanyl, Brozedex and in combination as Asthakind) belongs to a class of medications called beta agonists. It is used to prevent and treat wheezing, cough, shortness of breath, and chest tightness caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema. It is not a corticosteroid, catecholamine or a narcotic

Q. Is Terbutaline FDA approved/ available over the counter?

Terbutaline is FDA approved drug and available only by prescription given by your doctor

Q. Is Bricanyl the same as Ventolin/ better than Ventolin?

Terbutaline (Bricanyl) and salbutamol (Ventolin) belongs to same category of drugs with similar action, but their effect may vary upon individual response

Q. Is Bricanyl a preventer or reliever?

Terbutaline (Bricanyl) is a reliever inhaler, as it relieves asthma attack

Q. Does Terbutaline cause autism/ cause diarrhea/ cause hyperglycemia/ cause respiratory depression/ make you tired/ cause weight gain/ make you fat/ raise blood pressure?

Terbutaline may cause hyperglycemia and increased heart rate. It is not known to cause other side effects mentioned. However, consult your doctor if you experience any of the side effects when taking Terbutaline.

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