I have been having trembling in my hands for the last 4 to 5 years, and it has increased recently. Today I took a cough syrup containing ambroxol, guaifenesin, and terbutaline, and after a few hours, my hands, shoulders, and arms started trembling more. Could this be a side effect of the cough syrup, and what should I do?
Yes, the cough syrup may have worsened your tremors, especially due to terbutaline, which can cause shaking as a side effect. Since you already have long-standing hand tremors, this medicine may have made them more noticeable. Avoid taking this syrup again without medical advice. Arrange a medical review to assess your tremor and choose safer alternatives for cough relief.
