Viscodril Information

Viscodril is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Secondary and off-label uses of Viscodril have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Viscodril. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Viscodril also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Epigastric Pain, Bronchospasm. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Viscodril as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Viscodril normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Viscodril's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Viscodril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Viscodril related warnings section.

Viscodril is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Asthma, Smoking Addiction are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Viscodril contraindications section.

Additionally, Viscodril may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Viscodril, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Viscodril Benefits & Uses
Viscodril Dosage & How to Take
Viscodril Side Effects
Viscodril Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Viscodril with Other Drugs
Viscodril Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Viscodril
Viscodril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Viscodril Benefits & Uses

Viscodril is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Asthma
COPD
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)
Cough

Viscodril 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml, below 6 years old can take 2.5 ml
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1.25 mg Terbutaline, 4 mg bromhexine and 50 mg guaifenesin in 5 ml

Viscodril Related Warnings

Is the use of Viscodril safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Viscodril. If you are pregnant, do not take Viscodril without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Viscodril safe during breastfeeding?

Viscodril should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Viscodril on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Viscodril. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Viscodril on the Liver?

Side effects of Viscodril rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Viscodril on the Heart?

Side effects of Viscodril rarely affect the heart.

Severe Interaction of Viscodril with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Ephedrine

Dobutamine

Epinephrine

Selegiline

Moderate

Rasagiline

Propranolol

Atenolol

Caffeine

Viscodril Contraindications

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

Asthma
Smoking Addiction
High Blood Pressure
Hyperthyroidism
Diabetes
Glaucoma
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Viscodril

Is this Viscodril habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Viscodril has not been reported.

Viscodril Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Viscodril

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Viscodril together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Viscodril

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Viscodril and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223

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