| Composition | |
|---|---|
| Levosalbutamol | 1 MG |
| Ambroxol | 30 MG |
| Guaiphenesin | 50 MG |
| Specification | |
|---|---|
| Form | Syrup |
| Packaging | 100 ML |
Cofarx-LS
Cofarx LS – Levosalbutamol 1 MG + Ambroxol HCL 30 MG + Guaiphenesin IP 50 MG
Description
Uses
Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin is used in the treatment of cough with mucus.
Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol ,Levosalbutamol and Guaiphenesin, which relieves cough with mucus. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. Guaiphenesin is an expectorant which decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
Common side effects of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Skin rash
- Tremor
- Stomach upset
- Diarrhea
Expert advice for Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin
- Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you
- If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease
- Stop taking Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache
FAQs
What is Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin?
Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol / Levalbuterol, Guaiphenesin. It is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. Ambroxol is a mucolytic. It thins and loosens the mucus (phlegm) which makes it easier to cough out. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator, and it works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens the airways. Guaiphenesin is an expectorant. It works by decreasing the stickiness of the mucus (phlegm) and helps to remove it easily from the airways.
Is it safe to use Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin?
Yes, it is safe to use Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin in most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, allergic reaction, dizziness, headache, rash, urticaria, tremor, palpitations, muscle cramp and increased heart rate. Inform your doctor if you experience any persistent problem while taking this medicine.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin?
Use of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin is considered to be harmful in patients with a history of allergy to any of the active or inactive ingredients. Levosalbutamol and beta-blockers like propranolol should not usually be taken together.
Can the use of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for sometime and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.
Can the use of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin can cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.
What are the recommended storage conditions for Ambroxol + Levosalbutamol + Guaiphenesin?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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