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Santuss Syrup Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

AMBROXOL HYDROCHLORIDE-15MG + GUAIPHENESIN-50MG + MENTHOL-2.5MG + TERBUTALINE SULPHATE-1.25MG

Uses:

Santuss Syrup is used to treat cough. The detailed uses of Santuss Syrup are as follows: <br/>• Cough Relief: Santuss Syrup helps to relieve productive coughs, soothing the throat and reducing how often you cough.<br/>• Cold Symptoms: Santuss Syrup helps to ease cold symptoms, including congestion, runny nose, and throat irritation.<br/>• Respiratory Support: Santuss Syrup supports respiratory health by making breathing easier and reducing airway inflammation.<br/>• Antioxidant Properties: Santuss Syrup antioxidant properties help to reduce oxidative stress, supporting overall health and well-being.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Santuss Syrup contains Ambroxol hydrochloride, Terbutaline sulphate, Guaiphenesin, and Menthol. Ambroxol hydrochloride is a mucolytic agent that makes sputum less viscous, making it easier to cough out. Terbutaline sulphate is a bronchodilator which works by widening and relaxing the airways (bronchi) of the lungs. Guaiphenesin is an expectorant that reduces the thickness/viscosity of bronchial secretions (phlegm) and increases mucus flow making it easier to cough. Menthol produces a sensation of coolness and relieves throat irritation.

FAQs

Santuss Syrup is a combination medication used to treat productive cough associated with bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD), bronchitis (inflammation of bronchial tubes), and emphysema (shortness of breath).

Santuss Syrup works by widening and relaxing the airways and thinning the mucus by making it less viscous. This helps in easy coughing out of phlegm and makes breathing easier.

Inform your doctor before taking Santuss Syrup , if you have any pre-existing ischemic heart disease, liver and kidney diseases, stomach ulcers, seizures (fits), thyroid disorders, high blood pressure, diabetes, stomach ulcer, inflammation of air passages, lung disorders, and difficulty in breathing.

Santuss Syrup may affect the blood sugar/blood glucose levels. You are advised to regularly monitor your blood glucose levels while taking Santuss Syrup . Inform your doctor if you have diabetes before consuming Santuss Syrup .

Santuss Syrup consists of Ambroxol hydrochloride, which can cause hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood). Therefore, Santuss Syrup should be used with caution in patients with bronchospasm (narrowed airways with wheezing sound while breathing).

Santuss Syrup may cause diarrhoea as one of its side effects. So it is advisable to drink plenty of water and fluids to stay hydrated. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive diarrhoea or blood in the stools.

Do not stop taking Santuss Syrup even if you feel better, as it may worsen your condition. Therefore, take Santuss Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Santuss Syrup , please consult your doctor.

You may experience shakiness after using Santuss Syrup . So, it is advisable to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery in such cases until you are alert and focused. Consult your doctor if the condition persists longer.

Santuss Syrup is primarily used to treat productive coughs associated with conditions like bronchial asthma, bronchiectasis, chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD), bronchitis, and emphysema. However, please consult a doctor before taking Santuss Syrup .

No, taking more than the recommended dose of Santuss Syrup does not increase the effectiveness and can lead to serious side effects and health risks. However, it’s important to follow the dosage instructions provided by your doctor to ensure safe and effective use of Santuss Syrup . If you feel that your symptoms are not improving, it's best to consult your doctor for further evaluation and advice.

Store Santuss Syrup at a temperature below 25°C, in a dry place. Protect it from light. Keep out of reach of children.

Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe provided by the pack. You can take it with or without food, but it's best to take it at the same time each day to maintain consistency in the body.

The common side effects of Santuss Syrup are nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, stomach discomfort, sweating, muscle cramps, increased heart rate, palpitations, dizziness, and headache. If any of these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Santuss Syrup is prescribed by a doctor only if the benefits outweigh the risk. Therefore, please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

If your symptoms persist or worsen while using Santuss Syrup , you can stop using Santuss Syrup and consult your doctor immediately.

If you are allergic to Santuss Syrup , inform your doctor. Santuss Syrup should be used with caution in patients with heart, liver, kidney diseases, fits, stomach ulcers, high blood pressure, thyroid disorders, inflammation of air passages, lung disorders, and difficulty breathing. If you have diabetes, let your doctor know since Santuss Syrup may affect blood sugar levels. Avoid consuming alcohol with Santuss Syrup as it could lead to increased drowsiness or dizziness. Do not drive if you feel sleepy or have an increased heart rate or shakiness after taking Santuss Syrup . Do not exceed the recommended dose.