
Magnatuss A Syrup
Loratadine (5mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Ambroxol (30mg/5ml)
by Mankind Pharma Ltd
bottle of 100 ml Syrup
About this medicine
Magnatuss A Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out. Magnatuss A Syrup 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and rash. 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 dizziness and 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 dizziness 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 it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses
- Cough with mucus
Benefits
In cough with mucus
Magnatuss A Syrup gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Magnatuss A Syrup will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. This helps you carry out your daily activities more freely. Magnatuss A Syrup usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
How it works
Magnatuss A Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Loratadine, Guaifenesin and Ambroxol which relieve cough with mucus.
How to use
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. Magnatuss A Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Rash
- Hives
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Allergic reaction
- Sleepiness
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Magnatuss A Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Magnatuss A Syrup 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 Magnatuss A Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Magnatuss A Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Magnatuss A Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Magnatuss A Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Magnatuss A Syrup in these patients.
- LiverCAUTION
- Magnatuss A Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Magnatuss A Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Magnatuss A Syrup, 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.
Quick facts
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Respiratory
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Mankind Pharma Ltd
- Salt composition
- Loratadine (5mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Ambroxol (30mg/5ml)
- Pack
- bottle of 100 ml Syrup
- Dosage form
- Syrup
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.