Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Pulmonology

No, Apruv F is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to take this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before taking this medication by himself or herself.

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, Apruv F does not cause weight gain. However, if you are experiencing any unusual weight gain then it might be due to some other medical condition and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , General Physician

For excessive mucus, Apruv F has to be taken once in a day or as advised by your doctor. Precautions must be taken in patients with a history of peptic ulcer. For paracetamol poisoning only given under medical supervision.

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , General Physician

Take Apruv F as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed duration to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Apruv F contains acetylcysteine which works as an antidote in case of paracetamol overdose. It is presumed that acetylcysteine reduces the extent of liver damage caused by the toxic levels of paracetamol. It protects the liver by maintaining or restoring the glutathione levels which is an antioxidant also by detoxifying paracetamol metabolite in our body. For excessive mucus (phlegm) in respiratory diseases, Apruv F works as a mucolytic agent which softens the mucus and reduces its thickness that helps in clearing the air passage. thus providing relief to the patient from excessive mucus.