Astex Expectorant 100 ml in 1 bottle

Last Updated: July 26th, 2023

Astex Expectorant is a product of Sresan Pharmaceuticals

Composition: Bromhexine (NA) + Salbutamol (NA) + Guaifenesin (NA)

Pack of 100 ml

₹ 17.01

Note: MRP can vary depending up on batch!

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All Details About Astex Expectorant

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Astex Expectorant

Description:

Astex Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out.

Astex Expectorant 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, indigestion, stomach pain, bloating, diarrhea, vomiting, headache, sweating, skin rash, tremor, muscle cramps, and increased heart rate. 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. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses:

Cough with mucus

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Astex

Nausea
Indigestion
Stomach pain
Bloating
Diarrhea
Vomiting
Dizziness
Headache
Sweating
Skin rash
Hives
Tremors
Palpitations
Muscle cramp
Increased heart rate

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Astex Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Astex Expectorant may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Astex Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Astex Expectorant may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Astex Expectorant may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Astex Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Astex Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Astex Expectorant in these patients.

Liver

CAUTION

Astex Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Astex Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Astex Expectorant in these patients.

FAQs:

Q. Can I stop taking Astex Expectorant on my own if my cough reduces?

Do not stop taking Astex Expectorant on your own as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Astex Expectorant for as long as your doctor has prescribed it.

Q. Does Astex Expectorant cause diarrhea?

Diarrhea could be a side-effect of Astex Expectorant. Stick to simple meals, avoid rich or spicy food, and drink plenty of water while taking Astex Expectorant. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhea.

Q. Does Astex Expectorant cause irregular heartbeat?

Astex Expectorant may cause palpitations or increased heartbeat. A minor fluctuation in the heart rate should not be a worry. You can monitor your heart rate regularly while taking Astex Expectorant and consult your doctor if you notice any major changes in heart rate.

Q. How will I know if Astex Expectorant is working?

When you take this medicine, you may notice an increase in thin watery mucus from your air passages. This is an indication that it is working as it is helping to remove mucus by making it easier to cough up.

Q. Is Astex Expectorant good for dry cough?

No. Astex Expectorant is more effective in the treatment of productive cough associated with thickened mucus. Consult your doctor to prescribe you the right medication for dry cough.

Q. Does Astex Expectorant make you drowsy?

This medicine may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. If you have any of these symptoms, do not drive, operate machinery or do anything else that could be dangerous.

Q. Can I take other cough syrups while taking Astex Expectorant?

No, you should not start taking any other cough syrups without consulting your doctor. The cough syrups which suppress the cough should be avoided with this medication as it would interfere with the action of the medicine.

Q. Along with taking Astex Expectorant, what other tips should I follow to get relief from congestion?

Along with taking Astex Expectorant, drink plenty of warm fluids (soup, water, herbal tea), gargle with saline water, avoid smoking, alcohol, caffeine, oily food, and take a healthy diet.

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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