Respicure LS Junior Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough, Common Cold. Secondary and off-label uses of Respicure LS Junior Syrup have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Respicure LS Junior Syrup. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Respicure LS Junior Syrup are Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Stomach Upset. Some other side effects of Respicure LS Junior Syrup have been listed ahead. These side effects of Respicure LS Junior Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Respicure LS Junior Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Respicure LS Junior Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Respicure LS Junior Syrup related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Respicure LS Junior Syrup have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Respicure LS Junior Syrup have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Respicure LS Junior Syrup is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Respicure LS Junior Syrup is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Respicure LS Junior Syrup is used -
Common
Is the use of Respicure LS Junior Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Respicure LS can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Respicure LS right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Respicure LS Junior Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Respicure LS for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Respicure LS Junior Syrup on the Kidneys?
Respicure LS can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Respicure LS Junior Syrup on the Liver?
Respicure LS can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Respicure LS Junior Syrup on the Heart?
Side effects of Respicure LS rarely affect the heart.
Respicure LS Junior Syrup should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Respicure LS Junior Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Respicure LS Junior Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Respicure LS Junior Syrup does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Respicure LS Junior Syrup will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Respicure LS Junior Syrup is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Respicure LS Junior Syrup is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Respicure LS Junior Syrup
It is safe to take Respicure LS Junior Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Respicure LS Junior Syrup
Taking Respicure LS Junior Syrup with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Respicure LS may cause rapid heartbeats (tachycardia). It is a rare side effect of this drug. Tachycardia occurs because this drug sometimes stimulates the smooth muscles which are present in the heart. If you are experiencing rapid or increased heartbeats after taking this drug, then you are advised to consult your doctor without further delay.
Yes, Respicure LS is a bronchodilator. It is a short-acting bronchodilator which dilates the bronchi and bronchioles.
Respicure LS is a bronchodilator which causes widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in the lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of airways. This helps the patients breathe more easily which provides relief to the patient from the symptoms such as wheezing, and chest tightness.
No, Respicure LS should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Respicure LS does not contains steroids. It contains levosalbutamol which belongs to the class of drugs known as beta-2-adrenergic agonists (bronchodilators). It is used to provide relief from bronchospasm mainly in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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