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Hustus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Hustus 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 Hustus. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Hustus are Throat Irritation, Constipation, Heartburn. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Hustus can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Hustus 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Hustus is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Hustus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Hustus related warnings section.
Hustus 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 Hustus are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Hustus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Hustus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Hustus 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Hustus is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Hustus safe for pregnant women?
Hustus may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Hustus again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Hustus safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Hustus. Immediately discontinue Hustus if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Hustus on the Kidneys?
Hustus is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Hustus on the Liver?
Hustus does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Hustus on the Heart?
Hustus is completely safe for the heart.
Hustus should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hustus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Hustus habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Hustus is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Hustus
Taking Hustus with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Hustus
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Hustus with alcohol.
No, Hustus does not contains steroids. It contains salbutamol which belongs to the class of drugs called selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists (bronchodilators). It is used to provide relief from bronchospasm mainly in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Yes, Hustus causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Hustus has been reported to cause low potassium (hypokalemia) but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. You are advised to ensure adequate intake of electrolytes daily.
No, Hustus does not cause nosebleed (epistaxis) at regular doses. If you are experiencing nose bleed after taking this drug, then please consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
On getting symptomatic relief with Hustus its recommended to check with your doctor once before discontinuing this drug.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
