Dried Ivy leaf extract 0.7g/100ml.
Class: Mucolytic + Bronchodilator + Expectorant combination
Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals
Dosage Form: Oral syrup
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Uses:
Relief of productive (chesty) cough with thick mucus
Acute and chronic bronchitis
Bronchial asthma (with mucus)
Other lower respiratory conditions with sputum retention
Dosage:
Adults & children ≥12 years: 10 mL three times daily
Children 6–12 years: 5–7.5 mL three times daily
Children 2–6 years: 2.5–5 mL three times daily
Or as prescribed by doctor or pharmacist
Shake well before use
Side Effects:
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Tremors, palpitations (salbutamol)
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Nausea, vomiting
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Headache, dizziness
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Rare: allergic rash
Warnings & Precautions:
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Not for dry (non-productive) cough
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Use cautiously in cardiovascular disorders and hypertension
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Caution in diabetes and hyperthyroidism (salbutamol effect)
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Avoid overdose; may cause serious cardiac or CNS effects
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If cough persists >7 days or is accompanied by fever, rash, persistent headache, or breathing difficulty, seek medical advice
Pregnancy & Lactation:
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Use only if clearly needed and prescribed
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Consult healthcare provider before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
Drug Interactions:
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Beta-blockers (may reduce bronchodilator effect)
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Other sympathomimetics
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Diuretics (may affect potassium levels)
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MAO inhibitors (avoid)
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Other cough/cold medicines with overlapping ingredients
Contraindications:
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Hypersensitivity to any component
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Severe cardiac arrhythmias
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In conditions requiring urgent medical care (e.g., severe asthma attack)
Price: Ksh 653/-
Notes:
Pack Size: 100ml