NOSCOTUSS SUSP

Overview

NOSCOTUSS SUSP is a Schedule G drug.

NOSCOTUSS SUSP is composed of: AMMONIUM CHLORIDE (28.0 MG), NOSCAPINE (15.0 MG), SODIUM CITRATE (6.5 MG), CHLORPHENIRAMINE (4.0 MG)



Sodium Citrate is used for clear mucus from lungs.Sodium Citrate is a mucolytic medication. It thins and loosens mucus (phlegm) in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.

Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose Chlorpheniramine is used to treat runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes caused by allergies, thecommon cold, or the flu..

Usage

SODIUM CITRATE is generally used to treat: Urinary Calculi
SODIUM CITRATE can address symptoms like: Back Pain, Abdomen Pain, Pain With Urination, Nausea, Vomit, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Frequent Urination, Body Excessive Sweating

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is generally used to treat: Common Cold
CHLORPHENIRAMINE can address symptoms like: Sneezing, Body Itching, Eyes Watery Eyes, Runny Nose

Frequently Asked Questions

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

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Not Safe

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

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 3yrs

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?

NOSCOTUSS SUSP is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for NOSCOTUSS SUSP and its Constituents




  • Do not use sodium citrate enema excessively as long term use of this medicine may lead to diarrhea and fluid loss.
  • Sodium citrate should be taken after meals to prevent stomach or intestinal side effects.
  • Do not take if you are allergic to sodium citrate or any of its ingredients.
  • Do not give to patients with diabetes, heart or kidney disease, high blood pressure (hypertension), sugar intolerance,Addison’s disease ,aluminium toxicity or patients on a low salt (sodium) diet.
  • Do not give to patients with inflammatory digestive tract or bowel diseases (e.g. Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis).
  • Pregnant or breastfeeding women.

  • Avoid excess dosage.
  • Avoid long-term use of this medication.
  • Caution should be exercised in patients with history of asthma, lung disease, heart problems, high blood pressure, sugar, blood vessel problems, stroke, increased eye pressure, intestinal blockage, ulcer, urinary obstruction, enlarged prostate, seizures, overactive thyroid, any allergy, who are taking other medications, elderly, children, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

Common Side-Effects

SODIUM CITRATE : Diarrhoea, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Nausea, Vomit, Loose Motion
CHLORPHENIRAMINE : Fever, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Hoarse Voice, Face Swelling, Drowsiness, Fatigue (tiredness), Nervousness, Frequent Urination, Arms Joint Pain, Eyes Double Vision (with One Eye Covered)

Disease Interactions

CHLORPHENIRAMINE can interfere with: Urinary Retention, Glaucoma, Asthma, COPD, Hypotension, Acute Liver Failure

Technical Classification

SODIUM CITRATE is categorized as:
  • LAXATIVES / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
  • URINARY PH MODIFIERS / GENITOURINARY TRACT AGENTS

CHLORPHENIRAMINE is categorized as: NASAL ANTIHISTAMINES AND DECONGESTANTS / NASAL PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for NOSCOTUSS SUSP

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

NOSCOTUSS SUSPINR 66 for 100 ML SUSPENSIONAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 28.0 MG, NOSCAPINE 15.0 MG, SODIUM CITRATE 6.5 MG, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 4.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

COSCOPIN PLUS SYPINR 64 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 5.6 MG/ML, NOSCAPINE 3 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 1.3 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.8 MG/ML
COSCOPIN SYPINR 64.3 for 100 ML SYRUPAMMONIUM CHLORIDE 5.6 MG/ML, NOSCAPINE 1.4 MG/ML, SODIUM CITRATE 0.65 MG/ML, CHLORPHENIRAMINE 0.4 MG/ML