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Res Syrup

Manufactured byLARK LABORATORIES LTD
ContainsAmbroxol (15 mg/5 ml) + Salbutamol (2 mg/5 ml)
Description
Res Syrup is a combination medicine which may be used to relieve symptoms such as wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, breathing difficulties, coughing, etc. caused by bronchospasm in bronchial asthma, chronic bronchitis, etc.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Res Syrup

  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Gastric irritation
  • Skin rash and itching
  • Shaking and trembling of arms and feet
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Coughing
  • Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
  • Agitation and anxiety
  • Headache
  • Muscle pain and cramps
  • Sleep disturbances
  • Difficulty in passing urine

Uses of Res Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

  • Bronchospasm
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of the medicine can be observed after 30 minutes of oral administration.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 16 to 24 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 absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using 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 ambroxol, salbutamol or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Gastric ulceration

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of gastric ulceration due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Stevens-Johnson syndrome

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of Stevens-Johnson syndrome which is a rare but serious disorder of the skin, due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using 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

Other medicines

This combination medicine may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe adverse effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform the doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Other diseases

Report the past/present incidence of all diseases including heart and blood vessels disorders, electrolyte imbalances, any disease associated with thyroid and other glands, etc. to the doctor. All disease conditions should be considered before therapy with this medicine is initiated.

Paradoxical bronchospasm

Use of this medicine has been associated with worsening of asthma symptoms in some instances. Contact your doctor immediately if breathing becomes more difficult after using this medicine. It is advised to discontinue this medicine immediately in such cases.

Excessive use

This medicine is strictly recommended for use in the prescribed quantities only; excessive use may cause severe adverse effects and may prove fatal in extremely rare cases.

Milk protein allergy

This medicine should not be used in patients who have a history of an allergy to milk proteins due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition.

Use in children

This medicine is not recommended for use in children unless prescribed by your physician. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than prescribed. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of any severe side effects.

Missed Dose

Take/Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

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

Amitriptyline

Atenolol

Ketoconazole

Mifepristone

Propranolol

Xylometazoline

Furosemide

Hydrochlorothiazide

Insulin

Formoterol

Azithromycin

Disease interactions

Gastric ulceration

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known history of gastric ulceration or any other gastrointestinal disorders due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Heart disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of cardiovascular diseases due to the increased risk of serious adverse effects. These side effects may include increased heart rate, alterations in blood pressure, palpitations, etc. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. You may require a dose adjustment and more frequent clinical monitoring to safely use this medicine. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Diabetes

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes mellitus due to the increased risk of alterations in blood glucose levels. Close monitoring of blood glucose levels, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Hypokalemia

Use of this medicine should be done with caution, especially in patients with impaired kidney function or electrolyte disturbances due to the increased risk of low potassium levels (hypokalemia). Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Seizures

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a seizure disorder due to the increased risk of recurrent seizures. Report any unusual symptoms to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition.

Kidney Disease

This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
This medicine should be used with caution if you use mineral oil (castor oil) as a laxative. The risk of adverse effects are significantly high and hence usage should be reported before starting the treatment course with this combination medicine.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take/Administer this medicine exactly as prescribed. The prescribed dose, frequency, and duration of uptake are specific as per your needs. Do not take/administer this medicine in larger or smaller quantities or for longer than recommended. Contact your doctor if no visible improvements in symptoms are observed after use. Ensure that the course of treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Ambroxol works by promoting mucus clearance and easing a productive cough. Salbutamol works by relaxing and opening the blocked air passages leading to the lungs. It improves the amount of air flow to the lungs and makes breathing easier.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Adrenergic bronchodilators, Mucolytics

Schedule

Schedule H

Ambroxol - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 11 July 2017]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB06742

[Internet]. Thefilipinodoctor.com. 2018 [cited 8 January 2018]. Available from:

https://www.thefilipinodoctor.com/brand_pdf/Ambrolex.pdf

Albuterol: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2017 [cited 7 June 2017]. Available from:

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a607004.html

Salbutamol - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2017 [cited 7 June 2017]. Available from:

https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01001
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Information on this page was last updated on 17 Jun 2019

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