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Palflar Syrup 100 ml Substitute

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Uses:

Treatment of Chesty cough

Medicinal Benefits:

Palflar Syrup 100 ml is a combination of three medicines: Acebrophylline, Guaifenesin, and Terbutaline. Acebrophylline belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduces the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from airways. Terbutaline belongs to the class of bronchodilators that relaxes muscles and widens the airways. Together, Palflar Syrup 100 ml helps to cough out the phlegm easily and clear the airways making breathing easier.

FAQs

Palflar Syrup 100 ml is used to treat cough associated with mucus, called chesty cough.

Palflar Syrup 100 ml is a combination of three medicines: Acebrophylline, Guaifenesin, and Terbutaline. Acebrophylline (mucolytic agent) works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Guaifenesin (expectorant) works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways. Terbutaline (bronchodilator) relaxes muscles and widens the airways. Together, Palflar Syrup 100 ml helps to cough out the phlegm easily and clear the airways making breathing easier.

Palflar Syrup 100 ml may raise blood glucose levels. So, this medicine should be used with caution in patients with diabetes. Before taking Palflar Syrup 100 ml, it is advised to discuss the possible benefits and risks associated with this medicine.

Palflar Syrup 100 ml syrup is given to treat wet cough associated with lung problems such as asthma. However, Palflar Syrup 100 ml may not treat the underlying cause of cough.

Palflar Syrup 100 ml should be used with caution in elderly people as the risk of side-effects such as dizziness and drowsiness are higher in this population.

The common side-effects of Palflar Syrup 100 ml are stomach pain, vomiting, constipation, heartburn, loss of appetite, drowsiness, dizziness, skin rash, itching, nervousness, tremors, and headache. Most of these side effects gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor immediately.

Palflar Syrup 100 ml is typically prescribed for coughs associated with mucus (wet cough/chesty cough). A dry cough usually does not involve mucus production, so Palflar Syrup 100 ml, which helps loosen mucus, may not be particularly effective for a dry cough. It is best to consult your doctor, as they can evaluate your symptoms and prescribe the appropriate treatment for your dry cough.

An expectorant is a type of medication that helps clear mucus from the airways by loosening and thinning it, making it easier to cough up. Palflar Syrup 100 ml contains guaifenesin, which is an expectorant commonly used to treat coughs associated with mucus.

No, Palflar Syrup 100 ml is not considered a habit-forming medication. It contains a bronchodilator (Terbutaline), a mucolytic (Acebrophylline), and an expectorant (Guaifenesin), none of which have addictive properties. Please consult your doctor for personalized advice and to avoid misuse or overuse.

Palflar Syrup 100 ml is not recommended for children under 2 years of age. However, Palflar Syrup 100 ml should be used with caution in children above 2 years of age if prescribed by a doctor.