Manufacturer: Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition : Ambroxol(7.5mg/ml), Levosalbutamol(0.25mg/ml), Guaifenesin(12.5mg/ml)
Bottle of 15ml Oral Drops
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Ascoril LS Drops makes it easier for your child to cough out the mucus by increasing its water content and making it thin enough to be coughed out. Give this medicine to your child by mouth with or without food along with a full glass of water. If your child develops an upset stomach, prefer giving it with food.
You may require to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon the severity of the infection. For maximum benefit, do not stop the medication abruptly by yourself even if your child starts to feel better and continue the medicine until the full prescribed course. Do not give more than the prescribed dose for fast relief as it may cause unwanted effects and worsen your child’s condition.
Some of the common side effects of this medicine include excessive production of saliva, fatigue, headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach discomfort, rash, tremors, and numbness or tingling sensation in the hands or feet. Usually, these episodes subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, if these effects persist or become bothersome for your child, report to your child’s doctor immediately.
Ascoril LS Drops is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol, and Guaifenesin, which relieves cough with mucus. Ambroxol is a mucolytic that thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens the airways. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that decreases the stickiness of mucus (phlegm) and helps in its removal from the airways. Together, they make breathing easier.
Bioavailability of ambroxol administered orally is approximately 70–80%. The distribution half-life of ambroxol is 1.3 hours, metabolite is dibromoanthranilic acid (activity unspecified) and Elimination of ambroxol is biphasic, with an alpha half-life of 1.3 hours and a beta half-life of 8.8 hours.Levalbuterol is a beta2-Adrenergic Agonist. The mechanism of action of levalbuterol is as an Adrenergic beta2-Agonist. Levosalbutamol, or levalbuterol, is a short-acting β2 adrenergic receptor agonist used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).Serum guaifenesin concentrations were determined and pharmacokinetic parameters calculated. Guaifenesin was rapidly absorbed (Tmax of 15 min) following oral administration. The Cmax was 681.3 ± 323.8 ng/mL and 1080 ± 732.8 following the first and last dose, respectively.
Ascoril LS Drops does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Ascoril LS
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Excessive salivation
Fatigue
Headache
Dizziness
Rash
Numbness of extremity
Nausea
Increased heart rate
Stomach discomfort
Palpitations
Tremors
Muscle cramp
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Levalbuterol (Levosalbutamol) + Ambroxol + Guaifenesin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Seizures
Diabetes
PRESCRIBE THE CHILD'S DOCTOR
Use with caution
Below 5years: Contraindicated
AMBROXOL+GUAIFENESIN+LEVOSALBUTAMOL is a combination of three drugs, namely: Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol, and Guaifenesin used to treat cough associated with mucus. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways.
AMBROXOL+GUAIFENESIN+LEVOSALBUTAMOL may have interaction with antibiotics (erythromycin, doxycycline, cefuroxime, amoxicillin), water pills (furosemide), bronchodilators (albuterol, formoterol, vilanterol), anti-sickness drug (ondansetron), steroids (prednisone, budesonide).
Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Ascoril LS Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Store below 30°C
Do not panic. Unless your doctor has advised a specific regime for your child, you can give the missed dose as soon as you remember it. Skip the missed dose if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not give the double dose and follow the prescribed dosing schedule.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Give the medicine with food along with a glass of water to avoid stomach upset in your child.
Practice self-care tips:
Give plenty of fluids as it helps to loosen and expel the mucus
Avoid giving dairy and caffeinated products, spicy and fried food to your child as all these may irritate the airways and trigger coughing
A teaspoon of honey may also help to ease out a cough reflex
Ask your child to gargle with warm salt water as it eases the expelling of mucus
Ensure your child takes enough rest.
Do not give this medicine to your child for a long term without consulting your child’s doctor.
Never combine Ascoril LS Drops with other cold and flu medicines as that may increase the chances of side effects.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Ascoril LS Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Q. Can I give Ascoril LS Drops to my child who is less than 6 years of age?
Yes, Ascoril LS Drops is suitable to be given to the child who is between 2 to 6 years of age. Your child’s doctor may prescribe the dose depending upon your child’s body weight.
Q. What if my child takes too much Ascoril LS Drops?
An overdose or a prolonged intake of Ascoril LS Drops may cause serious side effects like seizures, rapid heart rate, excess salivation. Make sure to give this medicine to your child strictly as per the prescribed dose, time, and way. You must also ensure not to stop the medicine abruptly even if your child starts to feel better. Sudden withdrawal of this medicine may worsen your child’s condition.
Q. How should Ascoril LS Drops be stored?
Ascoril LS Drops should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Also, keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any mishap.
Q. My child has a severe cough. Can I give him two cough medicines together?
Do not give your child more than one cough or cold medicine at a time unless advised by your child’s doctor. In case of confusion, always consult your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Q. Can I give my cough medicine to my child?
Never give your child the medicines that have been recommended for use by adults. Children should only be given the medicines that have been formulated for them, else it may cause unwanted side effects. Check the label of the medicine properly before giving it to your child. Follow the prescribed dose strictly.
Q. My child is having a cough with no mucus. Can I give Ascoril LS Drops to him?
No, Ascoril LS Drops is advised for the treatment of wet cough. It aims to expel the mucus from the airway tract, thereby relieving your child from throat irritation, congestion and rendering him a soothing effect. Whereas, for a dry cough, cough suppressants are a better option. So, it will be wise if you ask your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
