Ascoril C Benefits & Uses

Ascoril C is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Cough

Other Benefits

Ascoril C Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 4 mg chlorpheniramine and 20 mg codeine in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever) Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 12 hourly Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 4 mg chlorpheniramine and 20 mg codeine in 5 ml

Ascoril C Related Warnings

Is the use of Ascoril C safe for pregnant women?

Ascoril C may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ascoril C, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ascoril C safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Ascoril C. Immediately discontinue Ascoril C if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ascoril C on the Kidneys?

Ascoril C has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Ascoril C on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Ascoril C on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Ascoril C on the Heart?

Side effects of Ascoril C rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ascoril C with Other Drugs

Ascoril C should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Ascoril C Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ascoril C unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Depression
Drug Abuse

Frequently asked Questions about Ascoril C

Is this Ascoril C habit forming or addictive?

Ascoril C can be addictive. You should not take it without medical advice.

Yes
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Ascoril C you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Ascoril C only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ascoril C in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ascoril C Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ascoril C

Taking Ascoril C with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ascoril C

Taking Ascoril C with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 164,165

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Actacode ( codeine phosphate hemihydrate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 474

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Package Leaflet [Internet]: TUXARIN ER™. USFDA

Package Leaflet [Internet]: CHLORPHENAMINE. Haupt Pharma Wülfing GmbH

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