LCF SYR

Overview

LCF SYR is a Schedule H antibiotic.

LCF SYR is composed of: GUAIFENESIN (50 MG), AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE (15 MG), MENTHOL (1 MG), SALBUTAMOL SULPHATE (1 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. 


Ambroxol hydrochloride promotes mucus clearence, facilitates expectoration and eases productive cough


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)

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Acute Bronchitis, Bronchospasm Cough
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Thick Saliva Or Mucus, Throat Soreness



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?

LCF SYR is generally taken After Food.

Precautions


  • 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

Diabetic, Asthma patients should take advice from Dr.


Symptoms of Overdosage

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE over-dosage can result in: Nausea, Vomit

Common Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset Stomach
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Stomach Pain, Allergic Dermatitis, Nausea, Vomit

Serious Side-Effects

GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty Breathing
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Diarrhoea

Technical Classification

GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS
AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: MUCOLYTICS / RESPIRATORY INHALANT PRODUCTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTS

Available Alternatives

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

LCF SYRINR 39 for 100 MLGUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE 15 MG, MENTHOL 1 MG, SALBUTAMOL SULPHATE 1 MG