Ascoril SF Expectorant

Ascoril SF Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, making it easier to cough out. It also provides relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. Ascoril SF Expectorant 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, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, headache, skin rash, 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. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

• Treatment of Cough with mucus

Ascoril SF Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Guaifenesin, Terbutaline and Bromhexine, which relieves cough with mucus.

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. Ascoril SF Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Bloating
• Indigestion
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Sweating
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Skin rash
• Hives
• Tremors
• Increased heart rate

AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ascoril SF Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.

PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Ascoril SF Expectorant may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Ascoril SF Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

DrivingUNSAFE

Ascoril SF Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

KidneyCAUTION

Ascoril SF Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ascoril SF Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCAUTION

Ascoril SF Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ascoril SF Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Ascoril SF Expectorant in these patients.

If you miss a dose of Ascoril SF Expectorant, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

Respiratory