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LCF Kid Expectorant is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. LCF Kid Expectorant 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 LCF Kid Expectorant. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of LCF Kid Expectorant include Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, LCF Kid Expectorant can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of LCF Kid Expectorant go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that LCF Kid Expectorant has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on LCF Kid Expectorant related warnings talks about LCF Kid Expectorant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
LCF Kid Expectorant can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid LCF Kid Expectorant in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction. Some other conditions that can be affected by LCF Kid Expectorant are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, LCF Kid Expectorant may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that LCF Kid Expectorant is safe while driving, and is addiction.
LCF Kid Expectorant 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
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Is the use of LCF Kid Expectorant safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Lcf. It is best to stop taking Lcf immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of LCF Kid Expectorant safe during breastfeeding?
Lcf may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Lcf, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Lcf.
What is the effect of LCF Kid Expectorant on the Kidneys?
Lcf 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 LCF Kid Expectorant on the Liver?
Lcf can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of LCF Kid Expectorant on the Heart?
Lcf can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take LCF Kid Expectorant unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this LCF Kid Expectorant habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to LCF Kid Expectorant.
Interaction between Food and LCF Kid Expectorant
There is no information on the effects of taking LCF Kid Expectorant with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.
Interaction between Alcohol and LCF Kid Expectorant
Taking LCF Kid Expectorant with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
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
