Ascodex Dx Bottle Of 100ml Syrup

Ascodex DX syrup is used for the treatment of dry cough and irritation in the throat. It contains a combination of ammonium chloride, bromhexine, and dextromethorphan as active substances. Ascodex DX syrup works by suppressing the cough center in the brain.

It also helps to loosen the phlegm and mucous from the respiratory pathway and makes it easier to cough out. Take this medicine in the exact dose and duration as recommended by your doctor. Do not take more than the prescribed dose.

Shake the bottle well before use. Use a measuring cup, spoon, or dropper for the exact quantity. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own.

Before taking Ascodex DX syrup, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning on becoming pregnant, breastfeeding, and about your complete medical history. Ascodex DX syrup should not be used in children less than 6 years of age.

Dosage

Overdose

Symptoms of an overdose are nausea, vomiting, irritability, sleepiness, and skin allergy with rashes and itching. If you have taken too much of this medicine then contact your doctor or visit your nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed taking any dose of Ascodex DX syrup, take it as soon as you remember.
• If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
• Do not consume a double dose of this medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Ascodex DX syrup contains ammonium chloride, bromhexine, and dextromethorphan.
• Ammonium chloride is an expectorant that produces mild irritation of the mucous lining of the stomach which increases the water content in the respiratory tract, relieving dryness and soreness of the respiratory passage.
• Bromhexine is a mucolytic agent which helps in relieving cough by thinning and loosening the mucus from the airways and makes it easier to cough out.
• Dextromethorphan acts on the cough center of the brain responsible for the cough.

Directions for Use

• Take Ascodex DX syrup as instructed by your doctor.
• Shake well before use. Use a measuring cup, spoon, or dropper for the exact quantity.
• Do not consume it directly from the bottle.
• Do not take more than the prescribed dose.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Ascodex DX syrup during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Ascodex DX syrup in pregnancy. This medicine should be used in pregnant women only if recommended by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby.

Breast Feeding

Can I consume Ascodex DX syrup while breastfeeding?

No information is available whether Ascodex DX syrup is excreted in human breast milk during breastfeeding. This medicine should only be taken by breastfeeding women if recommended by the doctor.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Ascodex DX syrup?

Ascodex DX syrup may cause sleepiness and dizziness. If you experience any such side effects which may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Ascodex DX syrup?

There is limited information on the interaction of alcohol with Ascodex DX syrup. Ask your doctor for advice on the use of alcohol with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are taking medicine that makes you calm or helps you to sleep.
• You have poor general health conditions.
• You are continuously lying on your back, and are unable to sit up or walk.
• You experience any skin reactions like rashes or itching after using this medicine.
• Your cough consists of blood.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to ammonium chloride, bromhexine, and dextromethorphan, or any other ingredient of Ascodex DX syrup.
• If you have or had respiratory diseases.
• If you are taking medicines called monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitors like selegiline/phenelzine. If you are not sure what these medicines are, please confirm with your doctor.

Side effects

• Headache
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness
• Stomach/intestine upset
• Nausea

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Ascodex DX syrup, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Always inform your doctor about any other medicines, herbals, or supplements that you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Ascodex DX syrup should not be used along with medicines used to treat brain-mood disorders (monoamine oxidase inhibitors).

Storage and disposal

• Store Ascodex DX syrup in a cool and dry place protected from light.
• Keep away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can Ascodex DX syrup used in children?

Ascodex DX syrup is not recommended for use in children below six years of age.

What is Ascodex DX syrup used for?

Ascodex DX syrup is used for the treatment of dry cough and irritation in the throat.

Does Cofdex syrup cause sleepiness?

Ascodex DX syrup may cause sleepiness and Dizziness.