Ascoril D Cough Lozenges

Ascoril lozenges is a cough suppressant used for treating cough that is caused by asthma, smoking and emphysema. It affects the signals in the brain that trigger cough reflex.

Ask a doctor about using this medication if you have chronic bronchitis or emphysema. Do not use it if you are using or have used an MAO inhibitor within the past 14 days of the treatment. This medicine is not recommended for children younger than 4 years of age.

The dosage for adults and children are different depending on the intensity of the cough. The amount and frequency of the dose will be prescribed by your doctor. It is advised not to take a lower and higher amount of this medication or for longer than prescribed otherwise it will increase the risk of side effects.

• Dry Cough

• Allergy

• Serotonin Syndrome (Agitation, Hallucinations, Seizures, Nausea)

• Sedation

• Sleepiness

• Fatigue

• Vomiting

• Weakness

• Dehydration

• Dizziness

• Light Headedness

• Dry Mouth

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Use of this medication may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  It is unsafe to use during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before consuming this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Women who are breastfeeding must consult doctor before consuming the medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Contraindicated in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ascoril D Cough Lozenges , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Alex Lozenges

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Alex Sf 5Mg Lozenges

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of this medication, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor before using this medication.

This medication works as a decongestant by suppressing the nervous system and the part of your brain which is responsible for coughing. It does not really thin the mucus, but certainly provides relief.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

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  This medication interacts with Ondansetron, Alprazolam, Isocarboxazid and others.