Description
Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour belongs to the class of medicines called ‘expectorants’ primarily used to treat cough associated with mucus. Coughing (dry or productive) is a body’s way of clearing irritants (like allergens, mucus, or smoke) from airways and preventing infection. There are two types of coughs, namely: dry cough and chesty cough. A dry cough is tickly and doesn’t produce any vicious or thick mucus, while a chesty cough (wet cough) means mucous or sputum is produced to help clear your airways.
Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour is a combination of three drugs, namely Levosalbutamol (bronchodilator), Ambroxol (mucolytic agent), and Guaifenesin (expectorant). Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helping to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reducing the stickiness of mucus, and helping to remove it from the airways.
Take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend how often you take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, headache, dizziness, skin rash, tremor, stomach upset and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour. If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
Uses of Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour
Chesty cough with mucus
Medicinal Benefits
Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour is a combination of three drugs, namely: Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol, and Guaifenesin used to treat cough associated with mucus. Levosalbutamol belongs to the class of bronchodilators that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol belongs to the class of mucolytic agents (cough/sputum thinner) that work by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in the lungs, windpipe, and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaifenesin belongs to the class of expectorants that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus, and helps to remove it from the airways.
Directions for Use
Shake the bottle well before use. Check the label for directions before use. Take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour with or without food as prescribed by your doctor with the help of a measuring cup that is provided with the pack.
Storage
Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Warning and Precautions
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour. If you are suffering from fits or have a history of fits, please inform your doctor before taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour as it may increase the risk of recurrent fits. If you have diabetes, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour. Drink plenty of fluids while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour to loosen mucus. If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver, or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour may have interaction with antibiotics (erythromycin, doxycycline, cefuroxime, amoxicillin), water pills (furosemide), bronchodilators (albuterol, formoterol, vilanterol), anti-sickness drug (ondansetron), steroids (prednisone, budesonide).
Drug-Food Interaction: Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour may interact with caffeine. Therefore, avoid or limit the intake of caffeinated beverages, foods or dietary supplements with Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.
Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, fits, high blood pressure, overactive thyroid, stomach ulcers, phenylketonuria (a birth defect that causes accumulation of amino acid, phenylalanine in the body), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
- Interaction of alcohol with Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
- The safety of Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour in pregnant women is unknown. Therefore, it is given to pregnant women only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
- It is unknown whether Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour is excreted in human milk. Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour is given to breastfeeding mothers only if the doctor thinks benefits are greater than risks.
- Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some people. Therefore, drive only if you are alert after taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
- Take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
- Take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may be adjusted by your doctor as required.
- Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour should be used with caution in children if prescribed by a doctor.
FAQ
How does Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour work?
Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour contains Levosalbutamol, Ambroxol and Guaifenesin. Levosalbutamol is a bronchodilator that works by relaxing muscles and widening the airways of the lungs. Ambroxol is a mucolytic agent (cough/sputum thinner) that works by thinning and loosening phlegm (mucus) in lungs, windpipe and nose. Thereby, helps to cough out easily. Guaifenesin is an expectorant that works by increasing the volume of fluid in the airways, reduce the stickiness of mucus and helps to remove it from airways.
Can a hyperthyroid patient take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour?
Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour should be used with caution in hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid) patients as it may worsen the condition. Inform your doctor if have hyperthyroidism before taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour so that the dose may be adjusted appropriately. However, regular monitoring of thyroid hormone levels is recommended while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
Does Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour cause drowsiness?
Yes, Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour may cause drowsiness or dizziness. It is not necessary for everyone taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour to experience this side effect. Therefore, avoid driving if you feel drowsy or dizzy after taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour.
Is Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour safe for diabetic patients?
Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour should be used with caution in diabetic patients if prescribed by a doctor. However, regular monitoring of blood sugar levels is recommended while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour as it may increase blood sugar levels.
How long should I take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour?
You are recommended to take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the symptoms persist or worsen with rash, fever or persistent headache after 1 week of using Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour, please consult your doctor.
Can I stop taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour on my own?
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour without consulting your doctor as it may worsen cough or cause recurring symptoms. Therefore, take Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Respinect LS Strawberry Flavour, please consult your doctor.
