Derivent LS Syrup
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Introduction of Derivent LS Syrup
Derivent LS Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat asthma. It helps in relaxing the muscles of the air passages, thus widening it and making it easier to breathe. It also thins and loosens mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out.
Derivent LS Syrup is a combination of theophylline derivative, expectorant, and short acting β2-agonists.
Derivent LS Syrup is a combination of theophylline derivative, expectorant, and short acting β2-agonists.
Uses of Derivent LS Syrup
Benefits of Derivent LS Syrup
In Treatment of Asthma
Asthma is a condition in which your airways become narrow and as a result, breathing becomes difficult. Derivent LS Syrup works by relaxing the muscles of the airways and widens it. As a result, it becomes easier for air to move in and out. It also thins and loosens mucus in the airways, helping you to cough out. This makes you breathe easy and gives relief from symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing. Regular exercise and yoga can help improve the symptoms of asthma in the long term, in addition to improving overall health.
Side effects of Derivent LS Syrup
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 Derivent LS
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Restlessness
- Headache
- Rash
- Tremors
- Muscle cramp
- Increased heart rate
- Palpitations
How to use Derivent LS Syrup
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. Derivent LS Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Derivent LS Syrup with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Avoid Derivent LS Syrup with caffeine and chocolate as well as food containing caffeine and chocolate such as tea leaves, cocoa beans.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Derivent LS Syrup. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Derivent LS Syrup 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Derivent LS Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Derivent LS Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Derivent LS Syrup may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Derivent LS Syrup may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Derivent LS Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Derivent LS Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Derivent LS Syrup in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Derivent LS Syrup in these patients.
Liver
CAUTION
Derivent LS Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Derivent LS Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Derivent LS Syrup in these patients.
Limited information is available on the use of Derivent LS Syrup in these patients.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Derivent LS Syrup
- You have been prescribed Derivent LS Syrup for the treatment of asthma.
- It does not work right away and should not be used to relieve sudden breathing problems. Always keep a fast-acting (rescue) inhaler with you.
- If at any time your breathing gets worse, please contact your doctor or nurse for advice straightaway.
- Inform your doctor if you have heart problems, high blood pressure or diabetes.
- If you are due to have an operation or any dental treatment, tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking, as some anesthetics can interfere with Derivent LS Syrup.
- Do not smoke. Smoking causes irritation and damage to the lungs and will make your condition worse.
- Try to keep your regular appointments with your doctor. This is so your doctor can review your condition on a regular basis.
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