Yaccalyte Syrup
About Yaccalyte Syrup
Yaccalyte Syrup belongs to the antiemetics drug group which is used to treat nausea as well as vomiting, caused by surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. This medication blocks the chemical serotonin from releasing in your gut and your central nervous system. Yaccalyte Syrup is available in four different forms i.e. tablet, disintegrating (dissolving) tablet, solution and film. It can be taken orally. This medication also comes in an IV (intravenous) form that can be injected into your body. You can take it with food or without food.
If you are allergic to Yaccalyte Syrup and other medications that block serotonin, along with other allergies, you must visit a doctor. The doctor must also know about the medical history of yours that whether you had problems such as liver disease, irregular heartbeat and stomach or intestinal problems in the past. If you are undergoing treatment for depression or any psychiatric disorder, you must discuss it with your doctor.
The dosage of this medication will depend on your medical condition and how your body is responding to the therapy. In children, the dose depends on their weight and height. If the patient is undergoing chemotherapy, he must take Yaccalyte Syrup orally 30 minutes before the treatment starts. In case of radiation, take this medication 1-2 hours before the treatment. It is also advised to take this medication before one hour before surgery. Overdose of this medication can lead to severe constipation, faint spells or feeling light-headed.
What are the uses of Yaccalyte Syrup
Chest Congestion
Chest Tightness
What are the contraindications of Yaccalyte Syrup ?
What are the side effects of Yaccalyte Syrup ?
Itchy Rash
Headache
Key highlights of Yaccalyte Syrup
Is It safe with alcohol?
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this syrup.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
In case of breastfeeding, you must consult doctor.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.
How does this medication work?
Yaccalyte Syrup is an expectorant which reduces adhesiveness and surface tension of congealed mucous in upper respiratory tract to increase flow of mucous, stimulating and increasing efficiency of the cilia to remove the accumulated mucous.
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