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Magnatuss A Syrup

Manufacturer :  Mankind Pharma Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Loratadine, Guaifenesin, Ambroxol
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Magnatuss A Syrup

This medication acts as an antihistamine and helps against cough with mucus. It also treats symptoms like watery eyes, itching, sneezing and runny nose by reducing the effects of histamine on the body to a great extent.

Inform your doctor if you suffer from condition like asthma, kidney and liver disease. Children below the age of 6 years are usually not prescribed this medicine. Take the drug exactly as per your doctor’s instructions. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should exercise caution.

    What are the uses of Magnatuss A Syrup

    What are the contraindications of Magnatuss A Syrup ?

    What are the side effects of Magnatuss A Syrup ?

    Key highlights of Magnatuss A Syrup

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine last for an average duration of 24 hours.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The effect of this medicine can be observed within 1-3 hours of administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      This medicine should be used with caution in pregnant women.

    • Is it habit forming?

      No habit forming tendencies were reported.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      This medicine is not recommended for use while breastfeeding.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Missed Dose instructions

      Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Contact your doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.

    How does this medication work?

    The drug selectively inhibits the peripheral H1 receptors thereby reducing the histamine levels in the body. It specifically acts on allergies caused in the skin, blood vessels and airways leading to the lungs.

      What are the interactions of Magnatuss A Syrup ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      • Interaction with Alcohol

        Alcohol

        Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Skin allergy test

        Report the use of this medicine before taking a skin allergy test.
      • Interaction with Food

        Grapefruit Juice

        Do not consume large quantities of grapefruit juice while taking this medicine.
      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        Patients suffering from liver or kidney disease should use some other safer alternative.

      FAQs about Magnatuss A Syrup

      • Ques : What is Magnatuss A Syrup?

        Ans : Magnatuss syrup is a medication which has Ambroxol, Guaifenesin and Loratadine as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing histamine that produces allergic reactions.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Magnatuss A Syrup?

        Ans : Magnatuss A is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Cough, Acute sore throat, Eye irritation, Chest congestion, Sneezing, and Runny nose.

      • Ques : What are the Side Effects of Magnatuss A Syrup?

        Ans : Swelling of tissue under the skin, Coughing, Nausea, Abdominal cramps, Inflammation of stomach, Abnormal liver function, Breathlessness, Life-threatening allergic rejection, etc are possible side effects.

      • Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Magnatuss A Syrup?

        Ans : Magnatuss should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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