XL 80 Expectorant Information

XL 80 Expectorant is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Liquid. XL 80 Expectorant also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of XL 80 Expectorant depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with XL 80 Expectorant include Skin Rash, Nausea or vomiting, Epigastric Pain. While these are the most often observed XL 80 Expectorant side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of XL 80 Expectorant 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 XL 80 Expectorant is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to XL 80 Expectorant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

XL 80 Expectorant is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on XL 80 Expectorant contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of XL 80 Expectorant with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking XL 80 Expectorant is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Xl 80 Benefits & Uses
Xl 80 Dosage & How to Take
Xl 80 Side Effects
Xl 80 Related Warnings
Xl 80 Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Xl 80
Xl 80 Interactions with Food and Alcohol

XL 80 Expectorant Benefits & Uses

XL 80 Expectorant is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

XL 80 Expectorant Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg pseudoephedrine and 4 mg bromhexine in 5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg pseudoephedrine and 4 mg bromhexine in 5 ml, below 6 years old patient should take 5 ml
Adult	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg pseudoephedrine and 4 mg bromhexine in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Common Cold Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 20 mg pseudoephedrine and 4 mg bromhexine in 5 ml

XL 80 Expectorant Related Warnings

Is the use of XL 80 Expectorant safe for pregnant women?

Xl 80 has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Xl 80 without medical advice.
Is the use of XL 80 Expectorant safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Xl 80. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of XL 80 Expectorant on the Kidneys?

Xl 80 may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of XL 80 Expectorant on the Liver?

Side effects of Xl 80 rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of XL 80 Expectorant on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Xl 80 on the heart have been reported.

XL 80 Expectorant Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take XL 80 Expectorant unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Bronchitis
Diabetes
Hyperthyroidism
Kidney Disease
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about XL 80 Expectorant

Is this XL 80 Expectorant habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to XL 80 Expectorant.

XL 80 Expectorant Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and XL 80 Expectorant

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking XL 80 Expectorant together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and XL 80 Expectorant

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking XL 80 Expectorant.