Expal Syrup
Prescription Required
Introduction of Expal Syrup
Expal Syrup is a combination medicine used in the treatment of dry cough. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling (in eyes, nose, throat), and congestion in the nose. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.
Expal Syrup is a combination of cough suppressant, H1 antihistaminic, expectorant, and mucolytic medicines.
Expal Syrup is a combination of cough suppressant, H1 antihistaminic, expectorant, and mucolytic medicines.
Uses of Expal Syrup
Benefits of Expal Syrup
In Dry cough
A dry cough is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. It may cause a tickling sensation or itching in the throat and may be due to cold, flu, allergies or throat irritants. Expal Syrup suppresses severe dry cough and gives you relief from an itchy throat. Apart from this, it also reduces symptoms of allergy like watery eyes, sneezing and runny nose. Along with taking Expal Syrup, gargling with warm salt water and having ginger or honey can help you manage dry cough.
Side effects of Expal 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 Expal
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Upset stomach
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Rash
- Hives
- Sweating
- Sleepiness
How to use Expal 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. Expal Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Expal Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Expal 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Expal Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Expal Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Expal Syrup is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Expal Syrup may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
UNSAFE
Expal Syrup is probably unsafe to use in patients with liver disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
Expal Syrup
- Expal Syrup is prescribed to get relief from a dry cough.
- Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers.
- Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications, e.g., anti-depressants.
- Consult your doctor if you do not see any improvement and have cough for more than 7 days.
- Inform your doctor if you have had a cough for a long time or if you have asthma or suffer from serious asthma attacks, or if your cough is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Patient concerns
Patient concerns
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Address: 606/607 Harikrupa Tower, S.M. Road, Ellisbridge, Ahmedabad-6, Guj. (India)
Country of origin: India
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