Derivent Ls Syrup

Derivent Ls Syrup helps in treating difficulty in breathing, asthma and other such conditions. It improves the patient's condition by inhibiting the phosphodiesterase enzymes in the body.

Some side effects of this medication include nausea, vomiting, dyspepsia, anorexia, abdominal pain and sweating. These side-effects are possible, but it does not occur always. Consult a doctor before taking the medication if you have ulcers, overactive thyroid, heart disease, high blood pressure or liver disease. Do not use this medication if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in it. Take your doctor’s advice on whether it is safe for you to use Derivent Ls Syrup during pregnancy or breastfeeding. You are advised to avoid use of caffeinated beverages during your treatment with this medication.

Derivent Ls Syrup is recommended to be used twice or thrice daily depending on your medical condition. The effects can be seen within the first week of taking it. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule.

• Asthma

• Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder (Copd)

• Difficulty In Breathing

• Hypersensitivity

• Cough

• Headache

• Diarrhoea

• Sweating

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should consult doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should consult doctor before consuming this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip missed dose if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

Derivent Ls Syrup is an ethyl salt which is a theophylline analog. It has antiasthmatic and bronchodilator properties and is used for treating asthma, shortness of breath and chest tightness especially in newborns. It works by preventing phosphodiesterase enzymes which in turn causes bronchodilation, cardiac stimulation and vasodilation thereby relaxing muscles and opening air passages.

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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  Derivent Ls Syrup reacts with Atomoxetine, Furosemide, Aminophylline, Theophylline and others.