S-Mucolite 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.
S-Mucolite 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.
S-Mucolite 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. S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite
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 S-Mucolite 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. S-Mucolite Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How S-Mucolite Syrup works
S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether S-Mucolite 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
S-Mucolite Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of S-Mucolite Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
S-Mucolite Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of S-Mucolite Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take S-Mucolite Syrup?
If you miss a dose of S-Mucolite 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite 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
Ambrolite S cough syrup is safe in pregnancy of 10 weeks.
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
If your cough is excessive, which might harm the pregnancy, in that case you can take this cough syrup. Otherwise avoid cough syrups in general during pregnancy. Take it only if cough is very bad.
Want cough syrup for 3 yrs kid Using ambrolite s which he does not like to Pls suggest some syrup which is bit tastier
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Clinical examination of chest is required to decide cough treatmentThere are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Diagnosis can not be done without clinical examination. Please consult Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
Is mucolite drops n maxtra drops are safe for babies of 2month old? How we guess that baby of two month have cough or cold or both?
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
The risks that are associated with self-medication include: Inaccurate diagnosis. Using inappropriate medications that cause side effects. Masking the symptoms of a serious condition. Delaying medical advice. Inaccurate dosage that leads to accidental overdoseDr need a final diagnosis or provisional diagnosis to suggest you investigations or medicine or give opinion. In present situation provisional diagnosis cannot be done without taking in to consideration details of history and findings of clinical examination of patient. Advice given without doing clinical examination can be imperfect or some time harmful to patient.
There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Specific treatment can not be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Please consult Pediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment.
Suddenly my 6 months got cough n some sound in his chest we have him mucolite drops so can u pls help me wat to do now he is crying a lot
Dr. Gopal Bansilal Samdani
Paediatrics
Dr need a diagnosis to suggest you medicine or give opinion. Diagnosis cannot be done without clinical examination of patient. There are many underlying causes of your symptoms. Different cause needs different treatment. Specific treatment cannot be given unless we establish exact underlying cause. Final and perfect diagnosis cannot be done without doing clinical examination of child. Please consult me or any other Paediatrician. will take detail history and will examine your child in detail. At time may ask you relevant investigations if necessary. All information will be used to determine exact underlying cause of problem. Depending upon cause will prescribe you treatment. Your child may need antibiotics. It is mandatory for the customer to have a prescription for the prescription medicines he/she is procuring. Valid prescription cannot be given without diagnosis.
What were the side-effects while using S-Mucolite Syrup?
No Side Effec*
83%
Vomiting
17%
*No Side Effect
How do you take S-Mucolite Syrup?
With or witho*
60%
With food
40%
*With or without food
Please rate S-Mucolite Syrup on price
Not Expensive
47%
Average
30%
Expensive
23%
FAQs
Will a higher than the recommended dose of S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite Syrup, please consult your doctor.
In which type of cough will the doctor prescribe S-Mucolite Syrup?
S-Mucolite Syrup is indicated in the treatment of a cough that is associated with excessive mucus secretion.
Are there any contraindications associated with use of S-Mucolite Syrup?
It is not recommended to use S-Mucolite 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 S-Mucolite 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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Marketer details
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Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.
Country of origin: India Expires on or after: December, 2026
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