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Prodyl Expectorant

Written By Dr. Sakshi Jain, MS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Sachin Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS
Last updated on 01 Feb 2026 | 04:38 PM (IST)
Prodyl Expectorant 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.
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General Information

Contains

Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml)+ Bromhexine (4mg/5ml)+ Diphenhydramine (8mg/5ml)+ Ammonium Chloride (100mg/5ml)+ Menthol (1mg/5ml)

Marketer

Ravian Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

Prodyl Expectorant 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 Prodyl Expectorant

Benefits of Prodyl Expectorant

Cough
Prodyl Expectorant 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. Prodyl Expectorant 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 Prodyl Expectorant

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 Prodyl
  • 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 Prodyl Expectorant

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. Prodyl Expectorant may be taken with or without food.

How Prodyl Expectorant works

Prodyl Expectorant is a combination of five medicines: Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, Diphenhydramine, Ammonium Chloride and Ammonium Chloride which relieve cough.

Quick tips

  • Prodyl Expectorant 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

UNSAFE
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Prodyl Expectorant may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Prodyl Expectorant during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Prodyl Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
Prodyl Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prodyl Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.
Liver

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Prodyl Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Frequently asked questions

Prodyl Expectorant is used to treat a productive cough (cough with mucus), chest congestion, and allergy‑like symptoms. It provides relief from a stuffy chest, soothes throat irritation, and helps to suppress the cough reflex.<br>
Yes, one of the main ingredients in Prodyl Expectorant, diphenhydramine, is an antihistamine that is well‑known for causing significant drowsiness and sleepiness. Because of this, it is often best to take this medicine at night or when you are able to rest. You should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking it.<br>
You should start to feel some relief from throat irritation and a reduction in your cough reflex within about 30 to 60 minutes of taking Prodyl Expectorant. The full expectorant effect, which helps to loosen mucus, may take a bit longer to become noticeable.<br>
While Prodyl Expectorant can help suppress the cough reflex, it is specifically formulated for a productive cough. The expectorant ingredients are formulated to help clear mucus from your lungs. If you have a dry cough without mucus, a different type of cough medicine (a cough suppressant) may be more appropriate.<br>
Drinking plenty of fluids, especially water, is very important when you have a productive cough. The extra fluid helps the expectorant ingredients like guaifenesin and bromhexine in Prodyl Expectorant work more effectively by thinning out the mucus, making it much easier for you to clear from your chest.<br>
Prodyl Expectorant is generally not recommended for young children without a doctor’s specific advice. Always check the product label for age recommendations and consult with a doctor before giving any cough or cold medicine to a child.<br>

Fact Box

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

RESPIRATORY

References

  1. ScienceDirect. Bromhexine. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
  2. ScienceDirect. Ammonium chloride. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Name: Ravian Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 201-A, Gayatri Krupa, GIDC Badsar Road, Makarpura Vadodara-10, Gujrat (India)

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