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Astha Paed is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Astha Paed also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Astha Paed. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Astha Paed also has some side effects, the most common being Skin Rash, Epigastric Pain, Bronchospasm. While these are the most often observed Astha Paed side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Astha Paed are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Astha Paed's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. In addition, Astha Paed's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Astha Paed related warnings section.
Astha Paed 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 Astha Paed contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Astha Paed have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Astha Paed, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Astha Paed is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Astha Paed safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Astha Paed. If you are pregnant, do not take Astha Paed without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Astha Paed safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Astha Paed. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Astha Paed on the Kidneys?
Astha Paed may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Astha Paed on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Astha Paed on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Astha Paed on the Heart?
Side effects of Astha Paed rarely affect the heart.
Astha Paed should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Astha Paed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Astha Paed habit forming or addictive?
Astha Paed is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Astha Paed
There is no information on the effects of taking Astha Paed with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and Astha Paed
Information about the interaction of Astha Paed and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1182-1183
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219