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Onimex Kid Syrup
Manufactured byEMCEE PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD
ContainsAmbroxol (15 mg/5 ml) + Guaifenesin (100 mg/5 ml)
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Description
Onimex Kid Syrup is a combination of Ambroxol and Guaifenesin. It is used to treat cough associated with mucus. It works by loosening the thick mucus and makes it easier to cough out.
Onimex Kid Syrup may cause some less common side effects such as indigestion, diarrhoea, headache, skin rash, etc. Consult your doctor if these symptoms stay for a long time or if they become severe.
Onimex Kid Syrup should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and duration of the treatment will depend on your condition. Take it at the same time every day for better results.
Onimex Kid Syrup should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver/kidney problems or a history of stomach ulcers before taking this medicine.
Onimex Kid Syrup is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age. If you are pregnant, take this medication only if prescribed by your doctor. This medication is not recommended in case you are breastfeeding,
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Onimex Kid Syrup
Indigestion
Abdominal pain
Nausea and Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Skin rash
Uses of Onimex Kid Syrup
What is it prescribed for?
Productive cough
A cough is your body’s response to an irritant in your throat or lungs. It can occur in the presence of an infection or an allergy. A productive cough is associated with the release of mucus/phlegm. Onimex Kid Syrup works by loosening the mucus and makes it easier to cough out.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of Onimex Kid Syrup can be observed within 30 minutes of taking the dose.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of Onimex Kid Syrup lasts for an approximate duration of 2 days.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Onimex Kid Syrup.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Onimex Kid Syrup is not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Onimex Kid Syrup passes into breast milk and may affect your infant. Hence if you are breastfeeding, this medication is not recommended.
Allergy
Avoid taking Onimex Kid Syrup if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any allergic symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Onimex Kid Syrup is not recommended during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. If you are pregnant, consult your doctor.
Breast-feeding
Onimex Kid Syrup passes into breast milk and may affect your infant. Hence if you are breastfeeding, this medication is not recommended.
General warnings
Driving or operating machinery
Onimex Kid Syrup is not known to have any effect on mental alertness. However, if you experience any symptoms that may affect your mental alertness, avoid driving or operating machines.
Use in Children
Onimex Kid Syrup is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age due to a lack of safety and efficacy data. However, your paediatrician may prescribe it based on your child's clinical condition.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Onimex Kid Syrup. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one.
Overdose
Do not take excess dose than prescribed by your doctor. Reach the nearest emergency medical department immediately or contact your doctor in case of an overdose with Onimex Kid Syrup.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Gastric ulceration
Onimex Kid Syrup should be used with caution if you have an active gastric ulcer (painful sores on the lining of the stomach and intestine) or a history of gastric ulceration due to the increased risk of worsening your condition. Hence, inform your doctor before starting therapy with this medication.
Severe liver disease
Onimex Kid Syrup should be used with caution if you have pre-existing liver problems due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting therapy with this medication.
Kidney Disease
Onimex Kid Syrup should be used with caution if you have pre-existing kidney problems due to the increased risk of severe side effects. Hence, inform your doctor before starting therapy with this medication.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take Onimex Kid Syrup with or without food.
Avoid taking more or less than the prescribed dose. Avoid discontinuation of Onimex Kid Syrup without consulting your doctor.
Do not drive or operate machines after taking Onimex Kid Syrup, if you experience any symptoms that may affect your alertness.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Onimex Kid Syrup is a combination of Ambroxol and Guaifenesin. This medicine works by reducing mucus thickness, improving its clearance, and making it easier to cough out.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Expectorants, Mucolytics
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Oct 2021
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