Prodyl Expectorant

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Ravian Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Bromhexine (4mg/5ml) + Diphenhydramine (8mg/5ml) + Ammonium Chloride (100mg/5ml) + Menthol (1mg/5ml)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	507

FAQ

What if you forget to take Prodyl Expectorant?

If you miss a dose of Prodyl Expectorant, 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.

Prodyl Expectorant Reviews

Prodyl Expectorant is a combination medicine used to treat cough. It thins the mucus in the nose and windpipe, making it easier to cough out. This medicine also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing, throat irritation.

Prodyl Expectorant is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, bloating, indigestion, vomiting, stomach pain, headache, rash, sweating, skin rash, and coordination impaired. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can make sleepiness worse.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

How Prodyl Expectorant Works

Prodyl Expectorant is a combination of five medicines: Guaifenesin, Bromhexine, Diphenhydramine, Ammonium Chloride and Ammonium Chloride which relieve cough.

How to Use Prodyl Expectorant

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. Prodyl Expectorant may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Prodyl Expectorant

In Cough: Prodyl Expectorant gives relief from cough by loosening thick mucus and making it easier to cough it out. It also makes it easier for air to move in and out of your airways. This reduces the frequency of coughing. Prodyl Expectorant also relieves allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough lukewarm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Uses of Prodyl Expectorant

Cough

Prodyl Expectorant Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Prodyl Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prodyl Expectorant may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Prodyl Expectorant may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Prodyl 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.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Prodyl Expectorant is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Prodyl Expectorant may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Prodyl Expectorant may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Prodyl Expectorant during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Prodyl Expectorant is prescribed to get relief from cough.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2-3 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's better to see your doctor.