Tex Cough 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.
Tex Cough 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.
Tex Cough 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. Tex Cough 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 Tex 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 Tex
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 Tex 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. Tex Cough Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Tex Syrup works
Tex Cough 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 Tex Cough Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tex Cough 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 Tex Cough Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Tex Cough 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
Tex Cough Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tex Cough Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Tex Cough Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Tex Cough Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Tex Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Tex Cough 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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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Tex Cough 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 Tex Cough 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
I am suffering from ringworm at my back and thighs. How to stop ringworm from spreading to other parts of the body. I have a baby and I am afraid it will affect her. Please advice. I am applying candid cream, b TeX and ring guard.
Dr. Souvik Sardar
Dermatology
Y b tex and ring guard !! Visit a nearby dermatologist for face to face consultation and examination. u may require oral medicines apply terbest cream - twice daily for 6wks for nowAnd stop btex n rING guard
I am suffering from ring worm on my back at around 10 places. Please advice suitable medicine for quick relief. I am breast feeding 2 months baby. I am worried that it could affect her also. I am presently applying b TeX and ring guard. But could not see any decrease
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Don't apply, visit for proper examination and treatment immediatelyApply candid cream twice a day
I am 15 years old and Since last 2years my height has not increased and also my weight is 40kg since 1.5 years . Is there any solution for my problem? I am really worried . I am having Hi-tex now a days. If possible look after my problems. Thank you I hope something positive will come from your side
Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni
Ayurveda
1.To increase your height by a few inches, drink at least two to three glasses of milk daily. In addition, eating dairy foods like cheese, cottage cheese, yogurt and cream can have an effect on height. 2.You can also do some yoga to increase your height naturally. Certain yoga exercises facilitate the release of growth-inducing hormones in the body. Yoga also helps release stress that causes tension in the back muscles, which in turn paves the way for maximum growth. 3.The best yoga pose to increase height is the ?Surya Namaskar?, in which there are 12 different postures performed in a particular chronological order.
There is itching in my groin and whole hip area for 2-3 years and I cannot get a permanent remedy for it, I have taken Fluconazole course in the past, but of no use in the long run. I have to apply B tex daily, and the day I don't it gets very very itchy.
Dr. Atula Gupta
Dermatology
Cap.Itraconazole (ITRASYS/CANDITRAL) 100mg twice daily for 2 weeks.Apply Sertacide cream for application twice daily for one month.After completing course of 1 month do blood test for sugar (F & PP)Tab.Teczine 5mg at night for one week.Please stop all other applications and creams.
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.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Tex Cough 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 Tex Cough Syrup, please consult your doctor.
In which type of cough will the doctor prescribe Tex Cough Syrup?
Tex Cough Syrup is indicated in the treatment of a cough that is associated with excessive mucus secretion.
Are there any contraindications associated with use of Tex Cough Syrup?
It is not recommended to use Tex Cough 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 Tex Cough 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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