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Viscodyne Ls Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops, Syrup. It is typically used for the treatment of Cough, Common Cold. Viscodyne Ls Plus 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 Viscodyne Ls Plus. 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.
Viscodyne Ls Plus also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Stomach Upset. While these are the most often observed Viscodyne Ls Plus side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Viscodyne Ls Plus are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Viscodyne Ls Plus is Moderate for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Viscodyne Ls Plus has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Viscodyne Ls Plus related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Viscodyne Ls Plus contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Viscodyne Ls Plus have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Viscodyne Ls Plus is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Viscodyne Ls Plus 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
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 Viscodyne Ls Plus safe for pregnant women?
Viscodyne Ls Plus can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Viscodyne Ls Plus, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Viscodyne Ls Plus safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Viscodyne Ls Plus for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Viscodyne Ls Plus on the Kidneys?
Viscodyne Ls Plus 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 Viscodyne Ls Plus on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Viscodyne Ls Plus. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Viscodyne Ls Plus only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Viscodyne Ls Plus on the Heart?
Viscodyne Ls Plus has very mild side effects on the heart.
Viscodyne Ls Plus 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 Viscodyne Ls Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Viscodyne Ls Plus habit forming or addictive?
Viscodyne Ls Plus is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Viscodyne Ls Plus does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Viscodyne Ls Plus only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Viscodyne Ls Plus is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Viscodyne Ls Plus
You can take Viscodyne Ls Plus with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Viscodyne Ls Plus
Taking alcohol with Viscodyne Ls Plus can be dangerous.
No, taking Viscodyne Ls Plus and albuterol together should be avoided because both drugs belong to the same class of medicine (beta-2 adrenergic agonists). Taking these two drugs at the same time may increase the chances of facing many side effects such as insomnia, low potassium levels, increased heart rate, and blood pressure.
Yes, Viscodyne Ls Plus can help with coughing. Excessive mucus on the lining of the airway causes decreased airflow and coughing. Viscodyne Ls Plus widens the airway through its vasodilation actions which provide relief to the patients from coughing.
Yes, Viscodyne Ls Plus is a bronchodilator. It is a short-acting bronchodilator which dilates the bronchi and bronchioles.
No, Viscodyne Ls Plus does not cause thrush (yeast infection). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
Yes, Viscodyne Ls Plus may cause rapid heartbeats (tachycardia). It is a rare side effect of this drug. Tachycardia occurs because this drug sometimes stimulates the smooth muscles which are present in the heart. If you are experiencing rapid or increased heartbeats after taking this drug, then you are advised to consult your doctor without further delay.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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