EXPRESO
| Generic Name | : Dextromethorphan+guaifenesin +menthol |
| Manufacturer Name | : Ziska Pharma |
| Drug Class | : Combined Cough suppressant |
| Safety Remarks | : P© L© |
| Dosage Form | : SYR |
| Strength Name | : 4 gm +0.30 gm + 0.30 gm |
| Pack Size | : 1’s? |
| Price in BDT | : 85.00 Tk |
Indication
Fast, effective relief of: ? Chest congestion ? Cough ? Sore throat
Dosage & Administration
Adult Use Only (12 years and over) 2 teaspoonful syrup (10 ml) every 6 hours. Maximum 8 teaspoonful syrup (40 ml)/day.
Contraindication & Precaution
If you are now taking a prescription monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) (certain drugs for depression, psychiatric or emotional conditions, or Parkinson?s disease), or for two weeks after stopping the MAOI drug. If you do not know if your prescription drug contains an MAOI, ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this product.
Side Effect
Common side effects may include: ? Dizziness, drowsiness; ? Gastrointestinal disturbance ? Feeling nervous, restless, anxious, or irritable Do not use for children less than 12 years of age.
Use in Pregnancy & Lactation
Pregnancy and Lactation Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide-guaifenesin have been assigned to pregnancy category C by the FDA. There are no controlled data on this combination product in human pregnancy. Dextromethorphan Hydrobromide-guaifenesin is only recommended for use during pregnancy when benefit outweighs risk. There are no data on the excretion of dextromethorphan-guaifenesin into human milk. In nursing infants, a decision should be made to discontinue. There are no human studies on the use of menthol during pregnancy; thus, its risk is undetermined.
