Extus Syrup

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Labinduss Ltd
Active Ingredient	Loratadine (5mg/5ml) + Guaifenesin (50mg/5ml) + Ambroxol (30mg/5ml)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	355

FAQ

What if you forget to take Extus?

If you miss a dose of Extus, 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.

Extus Syrup Reviews

Extus is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It relieves allergic symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. It also thins and loosens mucus, making it easier to cough out.

Extus 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, vomiting, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, and rash. 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 dizziness and 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 dizziness 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 it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney and liver diseases. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

How Extus Syrup Works

Extus is a combination of three medicines: Loratadine, Guaifenesin and Ambroxol which relieve cough with mucus.

How to Use Extus 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. Extus may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Extus Syrup

In Cough with mucus: Extus gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Extus will also relieve allergy symptoms like watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or throat irritation. This helps you carry out your daily activities more freely. Extus usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Along with medications, drink enough luke warm water and gargle with warm salt water to ease the symptoms.

Uses of Extus Syrup

Cough with mucus

Extus Syrup Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Extus should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Extus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Extus in these patients.

Liver ^CAUTION

Extus should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Extus may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Extus alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

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

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

Extus may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Extus 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.

Quick Tips

In general, most coughs do not last more than 2 weeks. If your cough does last longer than this then it's 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.
Extus is prescribed to get relief from cough with mucus.
Drink warm water to help loosen the congestion and lubricate your throat while you are taking this medication.