Antuss Plus (100 mg+1.1 mg+14 mg)/5 ml (Syrup)

100 ml bottle: ৳ 80.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Guaifenesin levomenthol diphenhydramine
Company	Gaco pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Relief of cough
Relief of congestive symptoms
Aiding restful sleep

Composition

Guaifenesin BP 100mg
Levomenthol BP 1.1mg
Diphenhydramine Hydrochloride BP 14mg

Pharmacology

Reduces viscosity of sputum
Expectorant properties
Local anesthetic properties
Decongestant properties
Antitussive properties
Antihistaminic properties
Anticholinergic properties

Dosage & Administration

For adults and children over 12 years
Dosage: 2 teaspoonfuls syrup 4 times a day
Max dosage: 8 teaspoonful syrup in 24 hours
Use in Children & Adolescents: Not established

Interaction

Potentiates effects of alcohol
Potentiates effects of other CNS depressants
May potentiate effects of anticholinergics

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the product or its components
Recent treatment with MAOIs

Side Effects

Drowsiness
Dizziness
Nausea and vomiting
Gastrointestinal disturbance
Dry mouth, nose, and throat
Difficulty in urination
Blurred vision

Pregnancy & Lactation

Care should be taken during pregnancy
Not associated with adverse effects in the human fetus or suckling infant

Precautions & Warnings

May cause drowsiness
Should not be taken by individuals with narrow-angle glaucoma
Should not be taken by individuals with symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy
Not for persistent or chronic cough without physician direction

Overdose Effects

Excess use may cause renal calculi

Therapeutic Class

Combined cough expectorants

Storage Conditions

Store at a temperature not exceeding 30°C
Store in a dry place
Protect from light and moisture
Keep out of the reach of children

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