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Overview
NEW EPIXYL SYP is a Schedule H drug.NEW EPIXYL SYP is composed of: GUAIFENESIN (10 MG/ML), AMBROXOL (3 MG/ML), MENTHOL (0.5 MG/ML), SALBUTAMOL (0.2 MG/ML)
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.
Usage
GUAIFENESIN is generally used to treat: Bronchitis, Laryngitis, Pharyngitis, Rhinitis, Sinusitis, Whooping CoughGUAIFENESIN can address symptoms like: Shortness Of Breath, Difficulty Breathing, Wheezing, Cough, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Fever, Head Headache, Fatigue (tiredness), Rapid Heart Rate (pulse)
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
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
Common Side-Effects
GUAIFENESIN : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Hives, Dizziness, Head Headache, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Upset StomachSerious Side-Effects
GUAIFENESIN : Breathlessness, Difficulty BreathingTechnical Classification
GUAIFENESIN is categorized as: EXPECTORANTS / RESPIRATORY AGENTSAvailable Alternatives
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| AMCOF SYP | INR 60 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG |
| ASTHACARE SYP | INR 26.7 for 60 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50 MG, AMBROXOL 30 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1 MG, MENTHOL 1 MG |
| ASTHACURE AM SYP | INR 26.7 for 60 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
| COFSOL SYP | INR 49.2 for 100 ML EXPECTORANT | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, MENTHOL 5.0 MG, AMBROXOL 3.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 2.0 MG |
| FRANKOFF SYP | INR 65 for 100 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG |
| KOFGON SYP | INR 33.75 for 50 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 10 MG/ML, AMBROXOL 3 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.5 MG/ML, SALBUTAMOL 0.2 MG/ML |
| MUCOBAR S SYP | INR 59 for 100 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 100.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 2.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.0 MG |
| NEW EPIXYL SYP | INR 46.2 for 100 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 10 MG/ML, AMBROXOL 3 MG/ML, SALBUTAMOL 0.2 MG/ML, MENTHOL 0.5 MG/ML |
| RECOFAST S SUSP | INR 37.77 for 100 ML SUSPENSION | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 30.0 MG, MENTHOL 1.5 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG |
| VENTABROM LIQUID | INR 60.71 for 110 ML LIQUID | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG, MENTHOL |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| DEW CORIL SYP | INR 57.1 for 100 ML SYRUP | GUAIFENESIN 50.0 MG, AMBROXOL 15.0 MG, MENTHOL 2.5 MG, SALBUTAMOL 1.0 MG, TERBUTALINE 1.25 MG |