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All Details About Expel Syrup

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

Description:

Expel Syrup is used in the treatment of cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also produces a sensation of coolness and relieves minor throat irritation.

Expel 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, indigestion, bloating, headache, sweating, rash, muscle cramp, tremor, 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.

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. Expel 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 Expel

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

UNSAFE

Expel Syrup is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Expel Syrup may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Expel Syrup does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Expel Syrup 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

Expel Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Liver

CAUTION

Expel Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

FAQs:

What is Expel Syrup used for?

Expel 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 Expel Syrup make me drowsy?

Expel Syrup is usually a non-drowsy medicine. If you notice sleepiness or drowsiness after taking it, avoid indulging in any activities requiring alertness. If it is severe, talk to your doctor.

How quickly will Expel 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 Expel Syrup. The full expectorant effect, which helps to loosen mucus, may take longer to become noticeable.

Can I use Expel Syrup for a dry, hacking cough?

While Expel 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 Expel 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 Expel Syrup work more effectively by thinning out the mucus, making it much easier for you to clear from your chest.

s Expel Syrup suitable for children?

Expel 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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