Astharil-AS Syrup 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.Astharil-AS Syrup 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.

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. Astharil-AS Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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. Astharil-AS Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

'- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Astharil-AS Syrup. Please consult your doctor.

- Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Astharil-AS Syrup 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.

- Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Astharil-AS Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

- Driving : UNSAFE

Astharil-AS Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Astharil-AS Syrup may cause side effects such as dizziness, increased or uneven heart rate, muscle cramps or muscle pain. This may affect your ability to drive.

- Kidney : CAUTION

Astharil-AS Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Astharil-AS Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

- Liver : CAUTION

Astharil-AS Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Astharil-AS Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Astharil-AS Syrup, 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.

bottle of 100 ml Syrup

Habit Forming :: No
Therapeutic Class :: RESPIRATORY

Treatment of Cough

Store below 30?C

Q. What is Astharil-AS Syrup?::: Astharil-AS Syrup 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.| Q. Is it safe to use Astharil-AS Syrup?::: Yes, Astharil-AS Syrup 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.| Q. Can Astharil-AS Syrup cause headaches and shakiness?::: Yes, you may experience headache and shakiness with the use of Astharil-AS Syrup. Astharil-AS Syrup 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 Astharil-AS Syrup and goes away after sometime.| Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Astharil-AS Syrup?::: 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.

Headache
Palpitations
Upset stomach
Tremors
Muscle cramp
Allergic reaction
Increased heart rate