Dylasol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough. Dylasol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Dylasol. 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 Dylasol include Headache, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Unsteadiness. Normally, these side effects of Dylasol are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Dylasol's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Dylasol related warnings talks about Dylasol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Dylasol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Dylasol with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Dylasol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Dylasol is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Dylasol safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Dylasol will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Dylasol safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dylasol on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dylasol will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Dylasol on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Dylasol on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Dylasol on the Liver?
Dylasol is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Dylasol on the Heart?
Dylasol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Dylasol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dylasol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Dylasol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Dylasol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Dylasol, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Dylasol can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Dylasol only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Dylasol in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Dylasol
You can take Dylasol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Dylasol
Consuming Dylasol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Dylasol may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, Dylasol is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Dylasol is not indicated for dry cough. It is only indicated for wet cough associated with respiratory diseases and disorders.
Take Dylasol three times a day or as advised by your doctor. It has to be taken with food for better therapeutic outcomes. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper liver or kidney function.
No, Dylasol does not cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
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