Toxpel (200 mg+15 mg+15 mg)/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 85.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Guaifenesin dextromethorphan menthol |
| Company | Globe pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Fast & effective relief of Chest congestion
- Cough
- Sore throat
Pharmacology
- Expectorant
- Cough suppressant
- Local anesthetic
- Counterirritant
Dosage & Administration
- Adult use only (12 years and over)
- 2 teaspoonful syrup every 6 hours
- Maximum 8 teaspoonful syrup/day
Interaction
- Possible reactions with specific drugs
Contraindications
- Not to be taken with monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) drugs
Side Effects
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Nervousness
- Restlessness
- Anxiety
- Irritability
- Not for children less than 12 years of age
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Assigned to pregnancy category C
- Recommended for use during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk
- No data on excretion into human milk
- Decision should be made about discontinuation during nursing
- Risk undetermined for menthol during pregnancy
Precautions & Warnings
- Should not be used with asthma, chronic lung disease, or shortness of breath
- Consult a doctor when taking MAOI inhibitor drugs
Overdose Effects
- Unlikely toxic effects from guaifenesin overdosage
- Gastric emptying recommended for Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide overdosage
- Excitement, mental confusion, respiratory depression in Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide overdosage
- Harmful symptoms from menthol in large amounts
Therapeutic Class
- Combined cough expectorants
- Combined cough suppressants
Storage Conditions
- Keep out of the reach of children
- Keep in a cool & dry place
- Protect from light