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Sputnil is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Other than this, Sputnil has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Sputnil depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Sputnil include Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sputnil can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sputnil are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Sputnil's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sputnil has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sputnil related warnings section.
Sputnil can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Sputnil in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction. The section on Sputnil contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Sputnil have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Sputnil, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Sputnil 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
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Is the use of Sputnil safe for pregnant women?
Sputnil may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Sputnil, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Sputnil safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Sputnil. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Sputnil on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Sputnil. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Sputnil on the Liver?
Sputnil can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Sputnil on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Sputnil. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Sputnil 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 Sputnil unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sputnil habit forming or addictive?
Sputnil is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Sputnil
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Sputnil, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sputnil
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Sputnil as it can have severe side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
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