Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Active Ingredient	Ambroxol (30mg) + Salbutamol (2mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	RESPIRATORY
User Rating	4.2
User Reviews	777

FAQ

Can Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg cause headaches and shakiness?

Yes, you may experience headache and shakiness with the use of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg. Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg is a combination of ambroxol and salbutamol. Salbutamol may cause these side effects. For headaches, drink plenty of water, get sufficient rest and avoid alcohol. Usually headaches go away after a week. If they persist for a long time, contact your doctor. Feeling shaky is a common side effect of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg and goes away after sometime.

What is Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg?

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg is a combination of Ambroxol and Salbutamol / Albuterol which relieve cough. Ambroxol is a mucolytic which thins and loosens mucus (phlegm), making it easier to cough out. Salbutamol is a bronchodilator which widens the airways by relaxing its muscles. Together, they make breathing easier.

What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in. The pack should be 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.

Is it safe to use Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg?

Yes, Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg is safe to you in most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause some unwanted side effects like tremor, headache, insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), palpitations, dizziness, nervousness, muscle cramp, increased heart rate. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any problem due to the medication.

What if you forget to take Salmucolite Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg, 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.

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet Reviews

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg is a combination medicine used in the treatment of cough. It thins mucus in the nose, windpipe, and lungs making it easier to cough out. It also relaxes the muscles in your airway. Together, they make breathing easier.

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are headache, palpitations, stomach upset, tremor, muscle cramp, 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 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 worsen your sleepiness.

Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Keep it out of reach of children. It is beneficial to have plenty of fluids while taking this medication. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any liver or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

How Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet Works

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg is a combination of two medicines: Ambroxol and Salbutamol, which relieves cough.

How to Use Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet

In Treatment of Cough: Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg helps to loosen thick mucus, making it easier to cough out. This makes it easier for air to move in and out. It will relieve symptoms such as tightness in your chest, shortness of breath, wheezing and coughing and help you carry out your daily activities more easily. This medicine is safe and effective. It usually starts to work within a few minutes and the effects can last up to several hours. Take it as prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop using it unless you are advised to by your doctor. Taking this medicine enables you to live your life more freely without worrying so much about things that set off your symptoms.

Uses of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet

Treatment of Cough

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg Tablet Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^CAUTION

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg 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

Inform your doctor if you have a history of thyroid or heart disease.
Stop taking Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg 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.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
If you are diabetic, monitor your blood glucose regularly while taking this medicine.
Salmucolite 30 mg/2 mg relieves cough associated with bronchitis, bronchial asthma, emphysema and other broncho-pulmonary disorders.