Neecuff AX Syrup


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Ality Healthcare
Active Ingredient Ambroxol (15mg) + Guaifenesin (50mg) + Terbutaline (1.25mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassRESPIRATORY
User Rating4.5
User Reviews559

FAQ

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Will a higher than the recommended dose of Neecuff AX be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
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Can Neecuff AX be used in a dry cough?
No, Neecuff AX is used in wet cough i.e. a cough with mucus production.
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Are there any contraindications associated with the use of Neecuff AX?
It is not recommended to use Neecuff AX in patients who are allergic to any of its component. It should also be avoided in patients having heart disease and peptic ulcer.
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What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Neecuff AX?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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What if you forget to take Neecuff AX?
If you miss a dose of Neecuff AX, 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.
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Neecuff AX Syrup Reviews

Neecuff AX is used in the treatment of cough with mucus. It loosens and thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs. This makes it easier for you to cough it out. It also relaxes and widens the muscles in the airways making it easier for you to breathe.

Neecuff AX 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, upset stomach, headache, rash, palpitations, tremor, and increased heart rate. 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. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Neecuff AX Syrup Works

Neecuff AX is a combination of three medicines: Ambroxol, Guaifenesin and Terbutaline, which relieves cough with mucus.

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

Benefits of Neecuff AX Syrup

  • In Cough with mucus: Neecuff AX gives relief from cough with mucus. It helps to loosen thick mucus, reduce its stickiness and makes it easier to cough out. This makes breathing easy and reduces the frequency of coughing. Neecuff AX 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 Neecuff AX Syrup

  • Cough with mucus

Neecuff AX Syrup Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Neecuff AX 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  CAUTION
Neecuff AX should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Neecuff AX may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Limited information is available on the use of Neecuff AX in these patients.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Neecuff AX during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
Neecuff AX should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Neecuff AX may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
Neecuff AX may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Neecuff AX. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

  • Neecuff AX relieves cough accompanied with mucus that is associated with broncho-pulmonary disorders such as bronchitis, bronchial asthma and emphysema.
  • Stop taking Neecuff AX and inform your doctor if your cough persists for more than 1 week, tends to recur, or is accompanied by a fever, rash or persistent headache.
  • If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
  • It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.

References

  1. ScienceDirect. Ambroxol.
  2. ScienceDirect. Guaifenesin.
  3. Drugs.com. Terbutaline.
  4. European Medicne Agency. Revised assessment report: Ambroxol and bromhexine containing medicinal products. 2015.

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