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Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop

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Product introduction

Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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.

Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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 healthcare team 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, vomiting, diarrhea, upset stomach, headache, rash, tremor, palpitations, muscle cramps, 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.

Uses of Ecolite Drop

Benefits of Ecolite Drop

In Cough with mucus

Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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 and makes you feel better. Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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 Ecolite Drop

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 Ecolite

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Upset stomach
  • Allergic reaction
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Hives
  • Tremors
  • Palpitations
  • Muscle cramp
  • Increased heart rate

How to use Ecolite Drop

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Ecolite Drop works

Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin and Salbutamol, which relieves cough with mucus.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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 Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop in these patients.

What if you forget to take Ecolite Drop?

If you miss a dose of Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop, 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.

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Quick tips

  • Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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 Ecolite 7.5 mg/12.5 mg/0.5 mg Drop 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.

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Patient concerns

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Cogestion in chest with cough with mucus
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Please consult Pediatrician (child Dr). Pediatrician will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. Dr. may ask you for lab test on blood urine stool etc. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause Dr. will prescribe you treatment.
My son 4 months old is suffering from severe cough with phlum blocking his nostrils and also throat unable to breath and unable to take milk properly. Doctor suggested keflor, ecolite and tus-q for him. Iam giving medicines from 4 days but he is still suffering from cough. Is there any need to consult specialist for the above problem. Plz suggest urgent.
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
You are already taking enough medicines. With these medicine your child should be all right. If not then you go for revisit or 2nd opinion
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References

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