Expand Tablet
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Expand Tablet 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.
Expand Tablet 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 Expand Tablet
Benefits of Expand Tablet
In Cough with mucus
Expand Tablet 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. Expand Tablet 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 Expand Tablet
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 Expand
- Hives
- Tremors
- Palpitations
- Muscle cramp
- Increased heart rate
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Upset stomach
- Allergic reaction
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
How to use Expand Tablet
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. Expand Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Expand Tablet works
Expand Tablet 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 Expand Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Expand Tablet 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 Expand Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Expand Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Expand Tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Expand Tablet 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
Expand Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Expand Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Expand Tablet in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Expand Tablet in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Expand Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Expand Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Expand Tablet in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Expand Tablet in these patients.
What if you forget to take Expand Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Expand Tablet, 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
- Expand Tablet 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 Expand Tablet 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.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Expand Tablet used for?
Expand Tablet is used to treat a productive cough. It helps loosen mucus, makes it easier to cough out, and relaxes the airways.
Who should not take Expand Tablet?
Expand Tablet should not be taken by individuals who are allergic to any of its ingredients, have serious heart problems, an overactive thyroid, or a rare condition called acute porphyria. It is also not recommended for very young children under 2 years old.
Can Expand Tablet be harmful for people with heart disease?
Yes, Expand Tablet contains salbutamol, which can increase heart rate and may worsen conditions like high blood pressure, irregular heartbeat, or other cardiovascular diseases. Patients with heart issues should use it only under strict medical supervision.
What precautions should I take before using Expand Tablet?
Before using Expand Tablet, tell your doctor if you have thyroid problems, diabetes, liver or kidney disease, or if you have a persistent cough possibly related to smoking or emphysema. A persistent cough may be a sign of a serious underlying illness.
Can Expand Tablet cause serious side effects?
Although they are uncommon, serious side effects of Expand Tablet include rapid heartbeat, severe tremors, chest pain, shortness of breath, extreme restlessness, or allergic reactions like swelling and rash. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur.
Is Expand Tablet safe for children?
Expand Tablet should not be given to children under 2 years. For children above 2 years, the dosage must be strictly followed as advised by a doctor.
Can I take Expand Tablet if I have asthma?
Yes, doctors often prescribe Expand Tablet for asthma-related mucus cough. However, it requires medical supervision because it may occasionally cause bronchospasm, which makes breathing harder.
What should I do if my cough does not improve with Expand Tablet?
If your cough does not improve or gets worse after using Expand Tablet, consult your doctor. A persistent cough may indicate a serious lung condition that requires further evaluation.
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Address: tejjupur, near chudiala railway station, roorkee, distt. haridwar- 247661 uttarakhand
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Expand Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Expand Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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