Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceutical Ltd
Selected Pack Size: 60
- 60 ml
- 100 ml
Composition
AMBROXOL-15MG + GUAIPHENESIN-50MG + LEVOSALBUTAMOL-0.5MG
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Prescription RequiredAbout Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml
Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml belongs to the class of medicines called ‘expectorants‘ primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn’t produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways.
Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator), Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), and Guaiphenesin (expectorant). Levosalbutamol works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaiphenesin increases the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from airways. Together, Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml helps provide relief from cough.
Take Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml with or without food as advised by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup. Your doctor will recommend how often you need to take Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml based on your medical condition. Some people may experience certain common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml. If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml to loosen mucus. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any interactions/side effects.
Uses of Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml
Cough with Mucus
Medicinal Benefits
Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml is a combination of three drugs, namely: Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol and Guaiphenesin used to treat cough associated with mucus. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaiphenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from airways. Together, Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml helps provide relief from cough.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Skin rash
- Tremor
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml. If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml may have interaction with antibiotics (erythromycin, doxycycline, cefuroxime, amoxicillin), water pills (furosemide), bronchodilators (albuterol, formoterol, vilanterol), anti-sickness drug (ondansetron), steroids (prednisone, budesonide).
Drug-Food Interaction: Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid or limit the intake of caffeinated beverages, foods or dietary supplements with Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml.
Safety Advice
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Alcohol
Interaction of alcohol with Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml.
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Pregnancy
The safety of Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Breast Feeding
It is unknown whether Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml is excreted in human milk. Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
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Driving
Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml.
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Liver
Take Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
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Kidney
Take Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml with caution, especially if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid dairy products such as milk as it may increase mucus production. Also, avoid processed or refined foods. Instead, replace baked foods, fried foods, white bread, white pasta, french fries, sugary desserts and chips with green leafy vegetables.
- Drink plenty of fluids to avoid a dry throat. It also helps loosen mucus.
- Avoid citrus fruits as they may worsen the cough. Eat fruits rich in water content such as pears, watermelon, peaches and pineapples.
Special Advise
- Regularly monitor blood sugar levels while taking Ascoril LS Junior Expectorant 60 ml if you have diabetes as it may increase blood sugar levels.