Elwicuf Am Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Elwiss Biotech Private Limited
Active Ingredient	Ambroxol (15mg) + Guaifenesin (50mg) + Levocetirizine (2.5mg) + Menthol (1mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	713

FAQ

What if you forget to take Elwicuf Am?

If you miss a dose of Elwicuf Am, 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.

Elwicuf Am Syrup Reviews

Elwicuf Am is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe and lungs making it easier to cough out. It also relieves allergic symptoms like runny nose, watery eyes and sneezing and also relieves minor throat irritation.

Elwicuf Am 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, vomiting, dryness in the mouth, stomach discomfort, headache, rash, and fatigue. 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 Elwicuf Am Syrup Works

Elwicuf Am is a combination of four medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin, Levocetirizine and Menthol which relieve cough with mucus.

How to Use Elwicuf Am Syrup

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

Benefits of Elwicuf Am Syrup

In Cough with mucus: Elwicuf Am gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, reduces its stickiness and thus makes it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Elwicuf Am will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Uses of Elwicuf Am Syrup

Cough with mucus

Elwicuf Am Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Elwicuf Am may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

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

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Elwicuf Am during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

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

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Elwicuf Am 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.

Driving ^UNSAFE

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

Quick Tips

If you are drowsy after taking Elwicuf Am, you should not drive or operate any machinery.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.
Elwicuf Am should not be given to kids.
Elwicuf Am is prescribed to get relief from cough with mucus.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medications for e.g. anti-depressants.
In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then its better to see your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you have a history of stomach ulcers or asthma.
Take exactly as directed by your doctor or on the label. Do not increase the dosage or take for longer than is recommended. Use a proper measuring cup or spoon to measure the dosage.