Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml include Skin Rash, Epigastric Pain, Bronchospasm. While these are the most often observed Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml in conditions like Asthma, Smoking Addiction. Some other conditions that can be affected by Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml safe for pregnant women?
Asthakind should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml safe during breastfeeding?
Asthakind may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Asthakind. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Asthakind on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml on the Heart?
Asthakind has very mild side effects on the heart.
Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Asthakind Expectorant Syrup 60ml with alcohol.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1182-1183
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219