Zeet Cough Formula Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Zeet Cough Formula Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Zeet Cough Formula Syrup also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Headache, Dizziness. While these are the most often observed Zeet Cough Formula Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Zeet Cough Formula 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.
In addition, Zeet Cough Formula Syrup's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zeet Cough Formula Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zeet Cough Formula Syrup is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Heart Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Zeet Cough Formula Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Zeet Cough Formula Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Zeet Cough Formula Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zeet Cough Formula Syrup is used to treat the following -
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 |
2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zeet Cough Formula Syrup is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Zeet. It is best to stop taking Zeet immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Zeet for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup on the Kidneys?
Zeet rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup on the Liver?
Zeet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Zeet on the heart have been reported.
Zeet Cough Formula 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 Zeet Cough Formula Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zeet Cough Formula Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Zeet Cough Formula Syrup
You can take Zeet Cough Formula Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zeet Cough Formula Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Zeet Cough Formula Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Zeet is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Zeet does not cause drowsiness or sleepiness. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.
No, Zeet does not contain paracetamol. It contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent that softens the thick mucus and promote its expulsion.
No, Zeet is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, Zeet might cause a headache, this occurs rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Vazculep (phenylephrine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 135-136
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1020-1022