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Tussalyte G1 Syrup
Manufactured byMERIDIAN ENTERPRISES PVT LTD
ContainsGuaifenesin
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Description
Tussalyte G1 Syrup is an expectorant that is used in the treatment of a cough. This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients less than 2 years of age and only under the supervision of your doctor.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Tussalyte G1 Syrup
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Tussalyte G1 Syrup
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Headache
Hives
Nausea or Vomiting
Skin rash
Stomach pain
Uses of Tussalyte G1 Syrup
What is it prescribed for?
Cough
This medicine is used for the treatment of a cough. It relieves the symptoms of a cough but does not treat the underlying cause.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 minutes of administration of the dose.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4 to 12 hours.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 were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to guaifenesin or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.
General warnings
Severe kidney impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Severe liver impairment
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with severe liver impairment due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.
Use in children
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients less than 2 years of age and only under the supervision of your doctor.
Cough suppressants
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients taking cough suppressants since they have opposite effects. Coadministration of these medicines may result in severe adverse effects and worsen the patient's condition.
Driving or operating machinery
This medicine may cause dizziness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience dizziness during treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
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
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Take/Administer this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Use this medicine only for the prescribed purpose. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous
How it works
This medicine works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages; this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Expectorants
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 18 Jun 2020
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