Ascodex Plus Syrup

Last Updated: March 24th, 2026

Ascodex Plus Syrup is a product of Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Composition: Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Bromhexine (4mg/5ml) + Diphenhydramine (8mg/5ml) + Ammonium Chloride (100mg/5ml) + Menthol (1mg/5ml)

₹ 31.94

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All Details About Ascodex Plus Syrup

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Ascodex Plus Syrup

Description:

Ascodex Plus Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

Ascodex Plus Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, rash, sweating, skin rash, and coordination impaired. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Earlier taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses:

Cough

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Ascodex Plus Syrup may be taken with or without food.

Side Effects:

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Ordinary side effects of Ascodex Plus

Nausea
Diarrhea
Bloating
Indigestion
Vomiting
Stomach pain/epigastric pain
Dizziness
Headache
Rash
Hives
Sweating
Skin rash
Sleepiness
Thickened respiratory tract secretions
Allergic reaction
Impaired coordination

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Ascodex Plus Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Ascodex Plus Syrup during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ascodex Plus Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Ascodex Plus Syrup may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ascodex Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Ascodex Plus Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

FAQs:

What is Ascodex Plus Syrup used for?

Ascodex Plus Syrup is used to treat a productive cough (cough with mucus), chest congestion, and allergy‑like symptoms. It provides relief from a stuffy chest, soothes throat irritation, and helps to suppress the cough reflex.

Will Ascodex Plus Syrup make me drowsy?

Affirmative, one of the main ingredients in Ascodex Plus Syrup, diphenhydramine, is an antihistamine that is well‑known for causing significant drowsiness and sleepiness. Because of this, it is often best to take this medicine at night or when you are able to rest. You should avoid driving or operating heavy machinery after taking it.

How quickly will Ascodex Plus Syrup start to work on my cough?

You should start to feel some relief from throat irritation and a reduction in your cough reflex within about 30 to 60 minutes of taking Ascodex Plus Syrup. The full expectorant effect, which helps to loosen mucus, may take a bit longer to become noticeable.

Can I use Ascodex Plus Syrup for a dry, hacking cough?

While Ascodex Plus Syrup can help suppress the cough reflex, it is specifically formulated for a productive cough. The expectorant ingredients are formulated to help clear mucus from your lungs. If you have a dry cough without mucus, a different type of cough medicine (a cough suppressant) may be more appropriate.

I have been told to drink more water with my cough during Ascodex Plus Syrup treatment. Why is that?

Drinking plenty of fluids, especially water, is very important when you have a productive cough. The extra fluid helps the expectorant ingredients like guaifenesin and bromhexine in Ascodex Plus Syrup work more effectively by thinning out the mucus, making it much easier for you to clear from your chest.

Is Ascodex Plus Syrup suitable for children?

Ascodex Plus Syrup is generally not recommended for young children without a doctor’s specific advice. Forever check the product label for age recommendations and consult with a doctor before giving any cough or cold medicine to a child.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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