Lincotus PD Expectorant
bottle of 60.0 ml Expectorant.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Levosalbutamol (0.5mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) |
| Manufacturer: | Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Lincotus PD Expectorant is a combination medicine used to treat cough with mucus, thinning mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, and providing relief from runny nose, sneezing, itching, and watery eyes. Lincotus PD 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.
Lincotus PD Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol, and Guaifenesin which relieves cough with mucus.
What is Lincotus PD Expectorant?
Lincotus PD Expectorant contains a combination of three active ingredients: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol / Levalbuterol, and Guaifenesin. It is used to treat coughs with phlegm (mucus). Ambroxol acts as a mucolytic agent, thinning and loosening mucus for easier expulsion. Levosalbutamol works as a bronchodilator, relaxing airway muscles and widening airways. Guaifenesin functions as an expectorant, decreasing the stickiness of mucus and aiding its removal from the respiratory tract.
Is Lincotus PD Expectorant safe to use?
Lincotus PD Expectorant is generally considered safe for most patients. However, it can cause common side effects like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, allergic reactions, dizziness, headache, rash, urticaria, tremor, palpitations, muscle cramps, and increased heart rate in some individuals. If you experience any persistent side effects, inform your doctor immediately.
Are there any specific contraindications for using Lincotus PD Expectorant?
Lincotus PD Expectorant should be avoided in patients with a known allergy to any of its active or inactive ingredients. It is not recommended to combine Levosalbutamol and beta-blockers like propranolol.
Can Lincotus PD Expectorant cause dizziness?
Yes, Lincotus PD Expectorant can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady, or lightheaded) in some patients. If you experience dizziness or lightheadedness, it is recommended to rest and resume taking the medication when you feel better. Avoid driving or operating machinery until feeling well.
Can Lincotus PD Expectorant cause diarrhea?
Yes, Lincotus PD Expectorant can cause diarrhea. If you experience diarrhea, drinking plenty of fluids is recommended. Consult your doctor if the diarrhea persists and if you notice signs of dehydration like dark-colored or strong-smelling urine with less urination.
What are the storage conditions for Lincotus PD Expectorant?
Store Lincotus PD Expectorant in its original container, tightly closed. Follow the instructions on the package or label regarding storage and disposal of unused medication. Keep it away from pets, children, and other individuals.
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. Lincotus PD Expectorant may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Lincotus PD Expectorant 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 Lincotus PD 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.
- nausea
- diarrhea
- stomach pain
- vomiting
- muscle cramp
- headache
- skin rash
- and increased heart rate
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lincotus PD Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Lincotus PD Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Lincotus PD 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.
