Ingahist `X` Expectorant

Short Description

Ingahist `X` Expectorant is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, making it easier to cough out.

Dosage Form

Expectorant

Introduction

Ingahist `X` Expectorant is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, sweating, headache, skin rash, tremor, and increased heart rate. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse. Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

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. Ingahist `X` Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

Nausea Diarrhea Bloating Indigestion Vomiting Stomach pain Sweating Headache Skin rash Tremor Increased heart rate

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ingahist `X` Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Ingahist `X` Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Ingahist `X` 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.

Ingahist `X` Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Guaifenesin, Terbutaline, and Bromhexine, which relieves cough with mucus.

Ingahist `X` 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 Ingahist `X` 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.