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Lepro 500mg Tablet

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Product introduction

Lepro 500mg Tablet is an antitussive medicine. It is used for the treatment of dry cough. It suppresses the cough by reducing the activity of the cough center in the brain.

Lepro 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of cough

Uses of Lepro Tablet

Benefits of Lepro Tablet

In Treatment of Dry cough

A dry cough, also known as non-productive cough, is a cough where no phlegm or mucus is produced. This is irritating, usually associated with a tickly throat, and may be caused due to cold, flu, allergies, or throat irritants. Lepro 500mg Tablet suppresses dry, hacking coughs. It will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose, or throat irritation and help you carry out your daily activities more easily.

This medicine is safe and effective. Lepro 500mg Tablet usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor.

Side effects of Lepro Tablet

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 Lepro

  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Fatigue
  • Diarrhea
  • Heartburn
  • Palpitations
  • Vomiting
  • Numbness
  • Abdominal discomfort

How to use Lepro Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lepro 500mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lepro 500mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lepro 500mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lepro 500mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Lepro 500mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Lepro 500mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Lepro 500mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed Lepro 500mg Tablet for the symptomatic relief of dry cough.
  • It is usually taken for a short time, until the symptoms clear up.
  • Drink extra fluids to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
  • It should not be administered to patients with chronic cough or where cough is accompanied by excessive secretions.
  • Inform your doctor if your cough lasts more than 7 days, comes back, or occurs with fever, rash or headache. These could be signs of a serious condition.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Phenylpiperazine Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
RESPIRATORY
Action Class
Cough suppressants

Patient concerns

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What is a dry and productive cough syrup for baby
Dr. Gopal Samdani
Paediatrics
In dry cough cough suppressants are used. In productive cough mucolytics are used.
i have dry cough & cold so which syrup i take levosalbutamol / terbutaline I am a MR in fdc i have salbutol-ls syrup
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Diabetology
U can take montair LC and cough suppressant if it's dry cough
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References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:External Link

Marketer details

Name: Mepro Pharmaceuticals
Address: MEPRO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT. LTD., Corporate Office: 108/109, Dalmalal Chambers, NEW MARINE LINES, MUMBAI-400 020, INDIA.
Country of origin: India

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β‚Ή39.21
Inclusive of all taxes
5.0 tablets in 1 strip
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