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compositionComposition:GUAIFENESIN-200MG
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X Lcf 200mg Tablet is primarily used to treat a cough with mucus. It contains Guaifenesin. X Lcf 200mg Tablet works by reducing the thickness of mucus in the air passages; this makes it easier to cough up the mucus and clear the airways. Common side effects of X Lcf 200mg Tablet are nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, itchy rash, and hypersensitivity.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

GUAIFENESIN-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lupin Ltd

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About X Lcf 200mg Tablet

X Lcf 200mg Tablet is a tablet designed to help relieve chest congestion and make your coughs more productive. It works by thinning and loosening the mucus in your lungs and breathing passages, making it much easier to cough up. This medicine is commonly used to treat wet, chesty coughs that often accompany colds, flu, or temporary airway infections.

To get the best results, you should take X Lcf 200mg Tablet consistently as long as your cough symptoms persist, following the package directions or your doctor's advice. You can take these tablets with or without food, but taking them with a full glass of water is highly recommended. Drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day is a simple and effective lifestyle habit that helps the medicine thin out thick mucus more rapidly.

While taking X Lcf 200mg Tablet, some people may experience mild side effects like a mild headache, dizziness, or a slightly upset stomach. These symptoms are generally temporary and resolve on their own. However, if you develop severe dizziness, a skin rash, itching, or any difficulty breathing, you should stop taking the medicine immediately and consult a doctor.

Talk to your doctor before starting X Lcf 200mg Tablet if you have a chronic, ongoing cough from smoking, asthma, chronic bronchitis, or emphysema. You should not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to X Lcf 200mg Tablet or any of the inactive ingredients listed on the product packaging.

It is important to avoid smoking while using this medicine, as tobacco smoke irritates your lungs and can counteract the benefits of the treatment. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before taking X Lcf 200mg Tablet if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing complex health conditions as an elderly individual.

Uses of X Lcf 200mg Tablet

X Lcf 200mg Tablet helps loosen and clear mucus from the airways, making it easier to breathe and cough more effectively. Your doctor may recommend it for the following conditions:

  • Chest congestion: X Lcf 200mg Tablet helps by loosening thick, sticky phlegm in your airways, making it easier to cough up and clear your chest.
  • Productive coughs: It supports your body's natural clearance process during respiratory infections like colds or flu by making your coughs more effective.

Key Benefits

X Lcf 200mg Tablet helps clear mucus from the airways, making breathing easier and relieving chest congestion. Key benefits include:

  • Relieves chest congestion: Helps loosen and clear thick, sticky mucus from the airways, making it easier to cough up and breathe more comfortably.
  • Makes coughs more productive: Helps your body's natural clearance process by making coughs more effective at removing mucus from the lungs.
  • Supports easier breathing: As mucus clears, it helps reduce chest tightness and improves airflow, making breathing more comfortable.
  • Promotes recovery and better rest: By reducing congestion and frequent coughing, it helps you rest more comfortably during the day and sleep better at night, supporting recovery from respiratory infections.

Directions for Use

  • X Lcf 200mg Tablet can be taken with or without food.
  • Your healthcare provider will determine the appropriate dosage and frequency based on your condition.
  • Do not crush, chew, or break the pill. Swallow it whole as directed.

How X Lcf 200mg Tablet Works

X Lcf 200mg Tablet contains guaifenesin, an expectorant that helps loosen and thin the mucus (phlegm) in your airways. It increases the amount of fluid in the respiratory tract, making thick, sticky mucus easier to cough up. By thinning and loosening mucus, the medicine helps clear congestion from your lungs and airways. This makes coughs more productive, relieves chest congestion, and helps you breathe more comfortably while your body recovers from the underlying respiratory condition.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

The interaction of alcohol with X Lcf 200mg Tablet is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with X Lcf 200mg Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

The safety of X Lcf 200mg Tablet in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

X Lcf 200mg Tablet is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this X Lcf 200mg Tablet. If the X Lcf 200mg Tablet is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any undesired side effects.

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Driving

Caution

X Lcf 200mg Tablet may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking X Lcf 200mg Tablet.

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Liver

Caution

Take X Lcf 200mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Kidney

Caution

Take X Lcf 200mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Children

Caution

X Lcf 200mg Tablet is not recommended for children below 2 years of age. However, please consult a doctor before using X Lcf 200mg Tablet in children.

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Heart

Caution

Take X Lcf 200mg Tablet with caution, especially if you have a history of heart diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.

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Geriatrics

Caution

X Lcf 200mg Tablet should be used in the elderly only if advised by a doctor, as dose adjustment may be required.

What if I have taken an overdose of X Lcf 200mg Tablet

If you accidentally take too much of X Lcf 200mg Tablet, you may experience severe nausea, vomiting, or extreme drowsiness. Seek immediate medical attention.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Stay highly hydrated: Drink at least 8 to 10 glasses of water daily. Extra fluids are essential to help X Lcf 200mg Tablet thin and loosen the mucus in your lungs.
  • Use a cool-mist humidifier: Running a humidifier in your bedroom adds moisture to the air, which helps soothe irritated airways and keeps mucus from drying out.
  • Inhale steam: Taking a warm shower or inhaling steam from a bowl of hot water can provide immediate, physical relief to congested nasal and chest passages.
  • Avoid tobacco smoke: Stay away from primary and secondhand smoke, as inhaling smoke irritates the lungs and counteracts the mucus-clearing effects of the medicine.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for X Lcf 200mg Tablet to start to work: The peak effect of X Lcf 200mg Tablet can be seen within 30 minutes of intake. The time for which the effects of X Lcf 200mg Tablet last: X Lcf 200mg Tablet effect can last for 4 to 12 hours.

What if you forget to take X Lcf 200mg Tablet

If you miss a dose of X Lcf 200mg Tablet and you are taking it on a regular schedule, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and continue with your normal schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of the sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

Drug Warnings

  • Check before use: Always check the expiry date and ensure the blister pack or bottle is intact before taking the tablet. Do not use the medicine if the packaging is damaged or the tablets appear discoloured or broken.
  • Seek medical advice for persistent symptoms: Stop taking X Lcf 200mg Tablet and consult your doctor if your cough lasts for more than 7 days, returns after improving, or is accompanied by a fever, rash, or persistent headache.
  • Avoid duplicate medicines: Do not take X Lcf 200mg Tablet with other cough and cold medicines unless advised by your doctor or pharmacist, as they may contain similar ingredients.
  • Stay well hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids while taking X Lcf 200mg Tablet to help loosen mucus and improve its clearance from the airways.
  • Take care when driving: X Lcf 200mg Tablet may occasionally cause dizziness or drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how the medicine affects you.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other cough and cold medicines: Combining X Lcf 200mg Tablet with other over-the-counter cold remedies may increase the risk of taking too much of the same type of medicine. Always check ingredient labels carefully.
GuaifenesinProcarbazine
Severe

Drug-Drug Interactions

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GuaifenesinProcarbazine
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How does the drug interact with X Lcf 200mg Tablet:
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How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of X Lcf 200mg Tablet with Procarbazine can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with X Lcf 200mg Tablet when used as directed.

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[EXPECTORANT AND COUGH PRODUCTS]

FAQs

Yes, you can take X Lcf 200mg Tablet with or without food. If you find that the tablets cause a mild upset stomach, taking them with a meal or a snack can help. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if stomach irritation persists.
Yes, you can take X Lcf 200mg Tablet before bed. By thinning mucus and easing chest congestion, it can help reduce cough irritation and allow you to sleep more comfortably. If you have concerns about nighttime dosing, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
While there is no direct chemical reaction between alcohol and X Lcf 200mg Tablet, both can cause dizziness or drowsiness. Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine may increase these side effects. Talk to your doctor for personalized advice.
The safety of X Lcf 200mg Tablet during pregnancy is not fully established. If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, you should consult your healthcare provider before taking this medicine. Talk to your doctor to weigh the benefits and risks.
You should swallow X Lcf 200mg Tablet tablets whole with a full glass of water. Crushing, chewing, or breaking the tablets can alter how the medicine is released into your body. If you have difficulty swallowing tablets, talk to your doctor or pharmacist for alternative options.
If your cough lasts for more than 7 days, returns, or is accompanied by a high fever, severe sore throat, or a persistent headache, you should stop taking the medicine. Talk to your doctor immediately to rule out a more serious underlying condition.
You should not give X Lcf 200mg Tablet tablets to infants or young children without consulting a paediatrician first, as dosage guidelines vary significantly by age and weight. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before giving this medicine to a child.

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India
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