DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MG

Overview

DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MG is a Schedule H drug.

DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MG is composed of: ETOPHYLLINE (50.0 MG), GUAIFENESIN (50.0 MG), SALBUTAMOL (1.0 MG)


Guaifenesin is an expectorant. It helps loosen congestion in your chest and throat, making it easier to cough out through your mouth.Guaifenesin is used to reduce chest congestion caused by the common cold, infections, or allergies.It promotes lower respiratory tract drainage by thinning the mucus in the air passages to make it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. 


Salbutamol is a bronchodilator. It works by relaxing the muscles in the airways and widens airways. This makes breathing easier. Salbutamol is used in the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Usage

GUAIFENESIN is generally used to treat: Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Whooping Cough
GUAIFENESIN can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fever, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)

SALBUTAMOL is generally used to treat: Asthma, COPD

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MG is generally taken Before Food.

Precautions for DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MG and its Constituents



  • You should not use guaifenesin if you are allergic to guaifenesin.
  • Use guaifenesin exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • Take guaifenesin with food if it upsets your stomach.Measure the liquid form of guaifenesin with a special dose-measuring spoon or cup, not a regular table spoon.
  • Do not crush, chew, break, or open a controlled-release, delayed-release, or extended-release tablet or capsule. Swallow it whole. Breaking or opening the pill may cause too much of the drug to be released at one time.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • This medication may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be alert.
  • The liquid forms and powder packets of this medication may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria  or any other condition that requires you to restrict your intake of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor or pharmacist about using this product safely.
  • Use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle; discard after 4 weeks of opening even if not used

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of heart disease, high blood pressure, or congestive heart failure, a heart rhythm disorder; epilepsy, diabetes, overactive thyroid, kidney problems, adrenal gland tumor, who are taking other medications, any allergy, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. An inhaler should not be given to a child younger than 4 years old. salbutamol solution in a nebulizer should not be given to a child younger than 2 years of age.

Common Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
SALBUTAMOL : Anxiety, Flu, Head Headache, Dry Mouth, Palpitations (fluttering In Chest), Difficulty Sleeping, Dizziness, Drowsiness, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Chest Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Cough

Serious Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing

Technical Classification

GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
SALBUTAMOL is categorized as: ADRENERGIC BRONCHODILATORS / BRONCHODILATORS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives for DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MG

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

DERIVENT 50MG/50MG/1MG SYPINR 48.5 for 100 ML SYRUPETOPHYLLINE 50.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG
DERIVENT PEAD SYP 50MG/50MG/1MGINR 52.5 for 100 ML SYRUPGUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, ETOPHYLLINE 50.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

DERIVENT E TAB 100MG/100MG/2MGINR 36 for 10 TABLETSETOPHYLLINE 100.0 MG, GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 2.0 MG
DERIVENT LS SYPINR 67 for 100 ML SYRUPGUAIFENESIN , SALBUTAMOL , ETOPHYLLINE