Zyrex Expectorant
Manufacturer
Zota Health care Ltd
Salt Composition
Ambroxol (15mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Terbutaline (1.25mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Zyrex Expectorant is a medicine used to treat wet cough (cough with mucus) in children. It helps in thinning the mucus by increasing its water content, relieving throat irritation and clearing congestion, enabling easy breathing in your child.
Dosage Form
Expectorant
Introduction
Zyrex Expectorant is a medicine used to treat wet cough (cough with mucus) in children. It contains three active medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, and Terbutaline. Each ingredient plays a pivotal role in thinning and loosening mucus, decreasing its stickiness, and relaxing and widening the muscles in the airways. Give Zyrex Expectorant to your child orally, with or without food. Give it with food to reduce the chances of stomach upset. You may be required to give this medicine to your child for a few days to weeks, depending upon your child's clinical condition and severity of the illness.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Zyrex Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Excessive salivation Fatigue Headache Dizziness Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Stomach discomfort Irregular heartbeat Rash Tremors Numbness or tingling sensation in the hands or feet
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Zyrex Expectorant. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Information regarding the use of Zyrex Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Warning
Zyrex Expectorant may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
How it works
Zyrex Expectorant contains three active medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, and Terbutaline. Each ingredient plays a pivotal role in thinning and loosening mucus, decreasing its stickiness, and relaxing and widening the muscles in the airways.
Quick Tips
Zyrex Expectorant may make your child feel sleepy. Advise your child to be cautious when taking part in physical activities. Do not share your child's medicines with other children, even if they show similar symptoms. Stop Zyrex Expectorant and immediately report to the doctor if your child develops an itchy rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulties. Practice self-care tips: Clean and disinfect surfaces after sneezing and coughing to avoid allergies. Give your child plenty of fluids as it helps to thin and loosen the mucus accumulated in the lungs. Restrain your child from having caffeinated products and foods that are spicy and fried. All these can trigger coughing. Make your child gargle with warm saltwater. Ensure your child takes enough rest.
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Frequently asked questions
My child has a cough with no mucus. Can I give Zyrex Expectorant?
No, Zyrex Expectorant is advised for the treatment of wet coughs. It aims to expel the mucus from the airway tract, thereby relieving your child's throat irritation, congestion, and providing a soothing effect. For dry coughs, cough suppressants are more appropriate. Consulting with your child's doctor before administering any medication is recommended.
What if my child takes too much Zyrex Expectorant?
An overdose or prolonged use of Zyrex Expectorant can lead to serious side effects such as seizures, rapid heartbeat, and excessive salivation. Ensure your child receives the prescribed dose, timing, and method of administration. Avoid abruptly stopping the medication even when your child starts feeling better. Sudden withdrawal may worsen their condition.
My child has a severe cough. Can I give him two cough medicines together?
Do not give your child more than one cough or cold medicine at a time unless specifically advised by your child's doctor. For any questions regarding medication, consult with your child's doctor before administering any medications to them.
Can I give my cough medicine to my child?
Never administer medicines intended for adult use to children. Always choose medication specifically formulated for their age and needs. Before giving the medication, carefully review the label for proper dosage and administration instructions.
How should Zyrex Expectorant be stored?
Zyrex Expectorant should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place away from direct sunlight or heat sources. Keep all medications out of reach and sight of children to prevent accidental ingestion.
