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Instruction for Ascoril

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Composition

Syrup composition: 10 ml of syrup contains 100 mg of guaifenesin, 4 mg of bromhexine hydrochloride, 2 mg of salbutamol sulfate, 1 mg of menthol.
Excipients:
    purified water;
    sucrose;
    dye yellow;
    perfume of black currant;
    Pineapple flavor;
    glycerol;
    sorbitol;
    sodium benzoate;
    propylene glycol;
    monohydrate of citric acid.
Composition of the drug in tablets: one tablet contains 100 mg of guaifenesin, 8 mg of bromhexine hydrochloride, 2 mg of salbutamol sulfate.
Also in one tablet are such auxiliary substances:
    purified talc;
    corn starch;
    methylparahydroxybenzoate;
    colloidal silicon dioxide;
    propyl parahydroxybenzoate;
    magnesium stearate.

Form of issue

    Ekspektorant: bottles - 100 and 200 ml, in one package one bottle.
    Tablets: in packs of 10 and 20 pieces.

Pharmachologic effect:

Has bronchodilator, mucolytic, and expectorant effect.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Since Ascoril is a cough medicine, it contains the following properties:
    eliminates spasms in the bronchi;
    increases lung capacity;
    markedly reduces the resistance of the airways;
    facilitates the removal of sputum;
    the blood pressure does not decrease.

Indications for use of Ascoril

In order for the drug to have the right effect, you need to know exactly what exactly these tablets or syrup come from and at what cough they help. The medicine is accepted:
    with a dry cough;
    with pertussis;
    with tuberculosis;
    with bronchial asthma;
    with tracheobronchitis.

Contraindications

First of all, this drug is contraindicated for people with increased sensitivity to the components of the drug.
Also, the following diseases are contraindications for taking this medication:
    heart disease;
    diabetes;
    ulcer;
    glaucoma;
    hepatic, renal failure
At pregnancy and thoracal feeding the preparation also is counter-indicative.

Side effects

Rarely (usually with an overdose) there may be such symptoms:
    headache;
    nausea;
    tremor;
    sleep disturbance;
    dizziness;
    increased excitability;
    nervousness;
    drowsiness.

Instructions for use (Method and dosage)

Instructions for using Ascoril syrup

This ekspektorant should be used for children under 6 years, 5 ml 3 times a day, from 6 to 12 years - 5-10 ml per day, from 12 years - 10 ml 3 times a day.

Instructions for use Ascoril in tablets

Children under 6 years of age should not take this medication.
From 6 to 12 years - on ½ tablets 3 times a day.
From 12 years - 1 tablet 3 times a day.
How to take Ascoril - before or after eating?
Following the instructions for use, but regardless of food intake.

Overdose

In case of an overdose, there is an increase in side effects, an urgent call for a doctor is required.

Interaction

Do not interact with drugs containing codeine, so combine the use of these drugs should not be.
It is also not recommended to combine the preparation with an alkaline drink.
Bromhexine promotes the penetration of antibiotics into the lung tissue of the body.

Terms of sale

You can buy Ascoril without a prescription.

Storage conditions

Store in a dry place out of the reach of children.
Shelf life - 24 months

Which is better: Ascoril or Lasolvan?

These drugs differ in that they have different active substances. In this case, the first is an expectorant, while Lasolvan is a stimulant of the motor function of the respiratory tract. These medications are prescribed for the same diseases, Ascoril and Lasolvan can be taken at the same time, but it is better to stay on one drug.
Also it is necessary to specify, from what cough these medicines. Being an expectorant, Ascoril cures dry cough, while Lasolvan can be used at any stage of the disease.

Which is better: Ascoril or Ambrobene?

These drugs have almost the same effect on the human body. They are both expectorants. The difference can be found only in how much this or that drug costs (the price of Ascoril is much higher than the cost of its analog).

Which is better: Ascoril or ACC?

Both drugs have an expectorant, mucolytic effect. At the same time, their composition is different. Differences can also be found in the manufacturer and the price. So, the price for an exponent is higher than for its analog.

Which is better: Ascoril or Eurespal?

Another analogue of syrup and tablets Ascoril is a medicine Eurespal. Both drugs have a similar composition and action, but the price for Eurespal is much higher.
All analogues of Ascoril have a similar composition and the same action, so if the doctor prescribed one of these medicines for you, but for some reason the drug does not suit you, you can decide for yourself what can replace it.

Ascoril for children

Many parents ask themselves the question: "At what cough are given this or that medicine?" As for Ascoril, his doctors prescribe with a dry cough, in order to speed up the process of treatment.
Also, many are concerned about whether to take a medicine before or after a meal. It can be taken regardless of food intake.
In general, many recommend giving and pills, and Ascoril syrup to children, reviews on this drug are very positive. Many parents praise this drug in comparison with other analogues.

Instructions for use for children are as follows:

Syrup Ascoril from cough:
    up to 6 years 5 ml 3 times a day;
    from 6 to 12 years - 5-10 ml per day;
    from 12 years - 10 ml 3 times a day.
Pills for cough:
Children under 6 years of age should not take this medication.
    from 6 to 12 years - for ½ tablets 3 times a day;
    from 12 years - 1 tablet 3 times a day.

In pregnancy

The annotation to the drug says that during pregnancy Ascoril is not recommended for use.

Reviews of Ascoril

In general, doctors' reviews on Ascoril tablets are positive, but some experts are skeptical about him because of the manufacturer. About syrup reviews are no different.
Patients say that the drug helps quickly and without complaints. Many recommend giving this syrup to children, reviews on tablets among patients are the same. Another medicine attracts patients because of the affordable price.
However, some patients complain of severe side effects (tremor, dizziness, palpitations, increased pressure).