Exotus Information

Exotus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Exotus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Exotus depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Exotus include Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Exotus have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Exotus normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Exotus's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Exotus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Exotus is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Exotus are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Exotus may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Exotus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Exotus Benefits & Uses
Exotus Dosage & How to Take
Exotus Side Effects
Exotus Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Exotus with Other Drugs
Exotus Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Exotus
Exotus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Exotus Benefits & Uses

Exotus is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cough

Exotus Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ambroxol (15 mg) Cetirizine (2.5 mg) Dextromethorphan (10 mg) Guaifenesin (50 mg) Phenylephrine (5mg)/Tablet
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ambroxol (15 mg) Cetirizine (2.5 mg) Dextromethorphan (10 mg) Guaifenesin (50 mg) Phenylephrine (5mg)/Tablet
Adult	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ambroxol (15 mg) Cetirizine (2.5 mg) Dextromethorphan (10 mg) Guaifenesin (50 mg) Phenylephrine (5mg)/Tablet
Geriatric	Disease: Cough Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: Dosage strength: Ambroxol (15 mg) Cetirizine (2.5 mg) Dextromethorphan (10 mg) Guaifenesin (50 mg) Phenylephrine (5mg)/Tablet

Exotus Related Warnings

Is the use of Exotus safe for pregnant women?

Exotus may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Exotus, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Exotus safe during breastfeeding?

Exotus has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Exotus on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Exotus on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Exotus on the Liver?

Exotus may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Exotus on the Heart?

Exotus is rarely harmful for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Exotus with Other Drugs

Exotus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amoxicillin

Cefuroxime

Erythromycin

Escitalopram

Palonosetron

Rasagiline

Selegiline

Duloxetine

Ondansetron

Doxepin

Selegiline

Amitriptyline

Amoxapine

Moderate

Mild

Pseudoephedrine

Exotus Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Exotus unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastrointestinal Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Depression
Parkinson's Disease
Asthma
Heart Disease
Kidney Cancer
Liver Disease
Asthma
Smoking Addiction
Angina
Heart Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Thyroid problems

Frequently asked Questions about Exotus

Is this Exotus habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Exotus.

Exotus Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Exotus

Taking Exotus with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Exotus

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Exotus with alcohol.

See all substitutes for Exotus

Tussin Dmr Syrup - ₹99
Exotus Syrup - ₹73

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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