Quad D 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 throat irritation and provides cooling sensation.
Quad D 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, vomiting, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, tremor, 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.
Quad D 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 and makes you feel better. Quad D Syrup also soothes your throat and gives relief from irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of Quad D 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 Quad D
Nausea
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Tremors
Increased heart rate
Upper abdominal pain
Urticaria
Itching
Sweating
Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
Bloating
Indigestion
How to use Quad D 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. Quad D Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Quad D Syrup works
Quad D Syrup is a combination of four medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, Menthol and Terbutaline.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Quad D Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Quad D 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 Quad D Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Quad D Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quad D Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quad D Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Quad D Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Quad D Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Quad D Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Quad D 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.
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Quad D Syrup relieves cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema and other broncho-pulmonary disorders.
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 Quad D Syrup 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
What is quadruple marker test?Quad marker with graph and quadruple marker tests both are same?
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear PATIENT test is basically done in pregnancy. Both quad marker and with graph are the same
Hello, My wife is 17 weeks and 2 days pregnant and has a sch 6.91 ml in volume. Our quad test results came back positive, however our level 2 ultrasound showed no defects at all. Our doctor is suggesting us to go for amniocentesis, however considering the cost of the test I wanted to go for a second openion. Is it really necessary to go for amniocentesis? If yes, please suggest where we can get it done? Thanks for all the help
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Yes if quad test is positive at least go to a genetic clinic for another opinion In Apollo hospital anita kaul or Ganga ram hospital
Dear Sir, Dr. advice me for Anomaly scan test , The quad marker screening test (quad screen), please advice me whats test will be covers and what will be cost for total test. Please call me on below number.
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear PATIENT you for sharing your reports with me. I suggest you should call our customer care person for this query
my second baby got expire after one month from birth. Doctor says that baby has water in head from birth(don't medical terms). Now my wife is pregnant and quad marker test is done to know about the baby status. please check reports and advise accordingly.
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Seems to be normal but you should visit a feral medicine specialist
Hello, You referred me to Anita kaul in Apollo for consultation regarding my wife's quad test being positive, just fo r a recap, she has a sub chronic haematoma and our level 2 ultrasound is normal. We were thinking of doctor vandana Chacha in greater Kailash. Please suggest which doctor we should consult. You are a great help in our need of hour doc. No matter how many times I say this but I can't thank you enough
Dr. Sonu Balhara Ahlawat
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Thank you But I am not aware about the other doctor Also if the ultrasound is normal hopefully everything should be normal but u should still consult a feral Medicine specialist Also it should be as early as possible
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Quad D Syrup be more effective?
No, taking higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having increased side effects. If you do not find any relief in your symptoms while taking Quad D Syrup, please consult your doctor.
In which type of cough will the doctor prescribe Quad D Syrup?
Quad D Syrup is indicated in the treatment of a cough that is associated with excessive mucus secretion.
Are there any contraindications associated with use of Quad D Syrup?
It is not recommended to use Quad D Syrup if you have hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formulation. Avoid the medication if you have pre-existing ischaemic heart disease, significant risk factors for ischaemic heart disease and gastric ulceration.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Quad D Syrup?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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