Piritexyl-LS Expectorant
bottle of 100.0 ml Expectorant.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ambroxol (30mg/5ml) + Levosalbutamol (1mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) |
| Manufacturer: | Jenburkt Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Piritexyl-LS Expectorant is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs, making it easier to cough out. Piritexyl-LS 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. The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, vomiting, muscle cramp, headache, skin rash, 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.
Piritexyl-LS Expectorant is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol, and Guaifenesin, which relieves cough with mucus.
What is Piritexyl-LS Expectorant?
Piritexyl-LS Expectorant is a medication that contains three active ingredients: Ambroxol, Levosalbutamol (also known as Levalbuterol), and Guaifenesin. It is used to treat coughs with mucus. Each of these components has a specific function: Ambroxol helps thin and loosen mucus, making it easier to cough up; Levosalbutamol relaxes the muscles in the airways, widening them; and Guaifenesin decreases the stickiness of mucus, helping it be removed more easily from the airways.
Is it safe to use Piritexyl-LS Expectorant?
Piritexyl-LS Expectorant is generally considered safe for most patients. However, some people may experience common side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, dizziness, headache, rash, urticaria, tremor, palpitations, muscle cramp, and increased heart rate. If you experience any persistent problems while taking this medication, consult your doctor.
Are there any specific contraindications associated with the use of Piritexyl-LS Expectorant?
Piritexyl-LS Expectorant is not suitable for patients with a history of allergy to any of its active or inactive ingredients. Additionally, Levosalbutamol and beta-blockers like propranolol should not be taken together.
Can the use of Piritexyl-LS Expectorant cause dizziness?
Yes, some patients may experience dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady, or lightheaded) when using Piritexyl-LS Expectorant. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is recommended to rest for a while and resume once you feel better. Avoid driving or operating any machines.
Can the use of Piritexyl-LS Expectorant cause diarrhea?
Yes, Piritexyl-LS Expectorant may cause diarrhea in some patients. If you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids to stay hydrated. Consult your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice signs of dehydration, such as less urination with dark-colored and strong-smelling urine.
What are the recommended storage conditions for Piritexyl-LS Expectorant?
Store Piritexyl-LS Expectorant in its original container or pack, tightly closed. Dispose of any unused medication according to the instructions on the pack or label. Ensure that it is not consumed by pets, children, or other people.
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. Piritexyl-LS Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Piritexyl-LS 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 Piritexyl-LS 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.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Piritexyl-LS Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Piritexyl-LS Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Piritexyl-LS 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.
