VISCODYNE SYR

Overview

VISCODYNE SYR is a Schedule H drug.

VISCODYNE SYR is composed of: GUAIFENESIN (50 MG), AMBROXOL (30 MG), DESLORATADINE (2.5 MG), MENTHOL (1 MG)

Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.Guaifenesin is used to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, infections, or allergies.It promotes lower respiratory tract drainage by thinning the mucus in the air passages to make it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. 


This medication is a mucolytic agent, prescribed for various respiratory diseases such as emphysema with bronchitis pneumoconiosis, chronic inflammatory pulmonary conditions, tracheobronchitis (respiratory tract inflammation), bronchiectasis, bronchitis with bronchospasm asthma. Ambroxol is used for clear mucus from lungs.
Desloratadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of the natural chemical histamine in the body. Desloratadine is used to treat the symptoms of allergies, such as sneezing, watery eyes, and runny nose. It is also used to treat skin hives and itching in people with chronic skin reactions.

Usage

GUAIFENESIN is generally used to treat: Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Whooping Cough
GUAIFENESIN can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fever, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

AMBROXOL is generally used to treat: Emphysema, Bronchitis, Pneumoconiosis, Bronchiectasis

DESLORATADINE is generally used to treat: Hives
DESLORATADINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose


Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 6month

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

VISCODYNE SYR is generally taken With Food.

Precautions for VISCODYNE SYR and its Constituents


  • You should not use guaifenesin if you are allergic to guaifenesin.
  • Use guaifenesin exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Take guaifenesin with food if it upsets your stomach.Measure the liquid form of guaifenesin with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
  • Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release, delayed-release, or extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
  • The liquid forms and powder packets of this medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria  or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
  • Use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle; discard after 4 weeks of opening even if not used

Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Avoid excess dosage.
Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney or liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

Symptoms of Overdosage

DESLORATADINE over-dosage can result in: Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

Common Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
AMBROXOL : Runny Nose, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
DESLORATADINE : Dry Mouth, Drowsiness, Rapid Heart Rate (pulse), Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Head Headache, Nausea, Fatigue (tiredness), Dizziness, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Difficulty Sleeping

Serious Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
AMBROXOL is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
DESLORATADINE is categorized as: ANTIHISTAMINES / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for VISCODYNE SYR

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

VISCODYNE SYPINR 81.5 for 100 ML SYRUPGUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, DESLORATADINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG
VISCODYNE SYRINR 81.5 for 100 ML SYRUPGUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMBROXOL 30 MG, DESLORATADINE 2.5 MG, MENTHOL 1 MG