Decoril Syrup (50ml)

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₹31.00

Bottle of 50ml Syrup

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Decoril Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.



Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Salbutamol and bromhexine. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator which relaxes muscles in your airways and widens airways. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Together, they make breathing easier.

Pharmacokinets

Salbutamol delivered by inhalation is absorbed systemically and partially metabolised (20–60%) by the enzyme catecholamine sulfotransferase (SULT1A3) before elimination in urine as unchanged drug and the major metabolite, 4‐O‐sulfate

Bromhexine hydrochloride is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract and undergoes extensive first-pass metabolism in the liver. Its oral bioavailability is stated to be only about 20%. It is widely distributed to body tissues and is highly bound to plasma proteins.


Side Effects

Nausea

Indigestion

Bloating

Diarrhea

Dizziness

Headache

Palpitations

Sweating

Tremors

Muscle cramp

Skin rash

Increased heart rate


Contra Indications

Contraindicated in patients with high blood pressure during pregnancy, uterine infection, miscarriage, heart disease, and hypersensitivity.

Bromhexine is contraindicated for use in patients with known hypersensitivity or idiosyncratic reaction to bromhexine hydrochloride

Pregnancy Related Information

Decoril Syrup may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Decoril Syrup. Please consult your doctor.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Information regarding the use of Decoril Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.


Indications

Salbutamol + Bromhexine is a combination of two medicines: Salbutamol and Bromhexine, which relieves cough. Salbutamol and bromhexine. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator which relaxes muscles in your airways and widens airways. Bromhexine is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out

Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: BROMHEXINE+SALBUTAMOL may interact with medicines that increase respiratory function (theophylline, beclomethasone), blood pressure-lowering pills- beta-blockers (Metoprolol, propranolol), diuretics (furosemide). Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.


Typical Dosage

Shake well before use. Decoril Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.


Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Decoril Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines

Expert Advice

Decoril Syrup relieves cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema and other broncho-pulmonary disorders.

If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.

Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.

Stop taking Decoril Syrup and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache. 

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Decoril Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.