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Salcoryl is a prescription drug, available for use as Syrup. Cough are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Salcoryl have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Salcoryl. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Salcoryl include Headache, Muscle cramps or spasms (painful), Unsteadiness. Such side effects of Salcoryl 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.
It is also important to note that Salcoryl has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Salcoryl's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Salcoryl contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Salcoryl with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Salcoryl is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Salcoryl is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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 Salcoryl safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Salcoryl in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Salcoryl safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Salcoryl in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Salcoryl on the Kidneys?
Salcoryl is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Salcoryl on the Liver?
Salcoryl is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Salcoryl on the Heart?
Salcoryl is rarely harmful for the heart.
Salcoryl should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Salcoryl unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Salcoryl habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Salcoryl has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Salcoryl, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Salcoryl can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Salcoryl only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Salcoryl cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Salcoryl
Taking Salcoryl with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Salcoryl
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Salcoryl as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Salcoryl is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach (abdominal pain), nausea, and vomiting. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Salcoryl may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Usually, it is given for short-term treatment up to 14 days. You are advised to take it as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
No, Salcoryl is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful for the patient to use this medicine without a doctor's recommendation because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Yes, you can take Salcoryl with phenylephrine. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. It is safe to take Salcoryl along with phenylephrine if it does not exceed recommended doses. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking these two drugs together then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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