Astus Plus Expectorant
Prescription Required
Introduction of Astus Plus Expectorant
Astus Plus Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It loosens and thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs. This makes it easier for you to cough it out. It also relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways making it easier for you to breathe.
Astus Plus Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Astus Plus Expectorant1, Astus Plus Expectorant2, and Astus Plus Expectorant3.
Astus Plus Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Astus Plus Expectorant1, Astus Plus Expectorant2, and Astus Plus Expectorant3.
Uses of Astus Plus Expectorant
Benefits of Astus Plus Expectorant
In Cough with mucus
Astus Plus Expectorant gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, reduce its stickiness and makes it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Astus Plus Expectorant will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.
Side effects of Astus Plus Expectorant
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Astus Plus
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Tremors
- Increased heart rate
- Indigestion
- Bloating
- Upper abdominal pain
- Urticaria
- Itching
- Sweating
- Changes in serum aminotransferase levels
How to use Astus Plus Expectorant
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. Astus Plus Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Astus Plus Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Astus Plus Expectorant 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.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Astus Plus Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Astus Plus Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Astus Plus Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Astus Plus Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Astus Plus Expectorant should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Astus Plus Expectorant may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Astus Plus Expectorant in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Astus Plus Expectorant in these patients.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Astus Plus Expectorant
- Astus Plus Expectorant relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema.
- It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- 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 Astus Plus Expectorant 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.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
FAQs
Astus Plus Expectorant
Q. Can Astus Plus Expectorant be used in a dry cough?
No, Astus Plus Expectorant is used in wet cough i.e. a cough with mucus production.
Q. Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Astus Plus Expectorant?
It is not recommended to use Astus Plus Expectorant in patients who are allergic to any of its component. It should also be avoided in patients having heart disease and peptic ulcer.
Q. Will a higher than the recommended dose of Astus Plus Expectorant be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Astus Plus Expectorant?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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