What is 'Ascoril' (syrup)? Instruction in accessible language

Coughing is one of the most common and unpleasant diseases. There are several types of cough, so pharmacists offer a lot of medicines for its treatment. One of such new and effective means is "Ascoril" (syrup). The instruction to the medicine is a general description, a specific doctor will be able to give a specific recommendation to the patient. The fact is that various types of cough in medical practice are usually treated with several drugs. Some of them have expectorant action, others, on the contrary, reduce reflex reactions.

What kind of preparation is this "Ascoril" (syrup)?

The instruction for this medication provides the most accurate information about the drug. However, the language of pharmacists is not always clear and simple. We will try to describe complex terms and expressions in a language that is publicly available, without distorting the meaning of the numerous annotations. Cough syrup "Ascoril" includes three main components: guaifenesin, bromhexine and salbutamol. These substances have different pharmacological properties. It is their combination that determines the effect of taking the medicine "Ascoril". The composition of the agent also includes auxiliary components that are inert or do not have a pronounced effect on the body.

Expectorant effect of the drug due to the properties of bromhexine dilute and excrete sputum. In addition, the release of mucus affects guaifenesin, it has a mucolytic effect. The substance "salbutamol" produces a vasodilating effect.

Indications for taking medication "Ascoril" (syrup)

The instruction includes the following information about indications for the use of the drug:

• whooping cough;

• pneumonia;

• Colds and ARVI;

• Bronchitis;

• Emphysema of the lung;

• tuberculosis.

The appointment of the drug is only the doctor. The fact is that coughing can be a sign of dangerous diseases, which can not be treated independently.

Contraindications to taking the medicine "Ascoril" (syrup)

The instruction warns patients, reminding of a number of contraindications, in the presence of which it is dangerous to take the remedy. To such, for example, are:

• Diabetes decompensated;

• glaucoma;

• pregnancy;

• Hepatic and renal insufficiency (the remedy is indicated by the indicated organs);

• tachycardia;

• heart disease;

• Bleeding of the digestive system;

• Thyrotoxicosis;

• myocarditis;

• arterial hypertension;

• lactation.

In addition to direct contraindications, the syrup from coughing "Ascoril" is not recommended for taking peptic ulcers of the gastrointestinal tract, as well as for any forms of diabetes. In addition, special caution is required when prescribing the syrup to patients with endocrine pathologies.

Side Effects of Ascoril Medication

Negative manifestations when taking the drug may appear when the recommended dose is exceeded.

From the nervous system there are headaches, tremors, excitability and convulsions.

The digestive system can react to the agent with nausea, exacerbation of ulcers, vomiting, and stool disruption.

In addition, patients may have lowered blood pressure, and in some cases, collapse is developing.

In studies of negative effects on the body, urine staining was recorded, as well as changes in liver samples.

Storage conditions and form of release

Cough syrup is a viscous liquid in a bottle of dark plastic. The manufacturer also offers a medicine in the form of tablets. Store the remedy in conditions standard for all drugs: room temperature, limited access and protection from direct lighting. In the pharmacy, the drug "Ascoril" can be purchased without a doctor's prescription, but this does not mean that it is completely safe. Uncontrolled use of it can cause serious consequences. Some of them are irreversible, and therefore very dangerous.