Sothrex Junior Syrup is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough. Secondary and off-label uses of Sothrex Junior Syrup have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Sothrex Junior Syrup is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Sothrex Junior Syrup also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Dyspepsia, Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sothrex Junior Syrup can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Sothrex Junior Syrup go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Sothrex Junior Syrup has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Sothrex Junior Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sothrex Junior Syrup related warnings section.
Sothrex Junior Syrup is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Parkinson's Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Sothrex Junior Syrup are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Sothrex Junior Syrup may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Sothrex Junior Syrup, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Sothrex Junior Syrup 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
| 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sothrex Junior Syrup is used -
Moderate
Common
Is the use of Sothrex Junior Syrup safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Sothrex Junior Syrup 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 Sothrex Junior Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Sothrex Junior Syrup for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Sothrex Junior Syrup on the Kidneys?
Sothrex Junior Syrup is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Sothrex Junior Syrup on the Liver?
Sothrex Junior Syrup does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Sothrex Junior Syrup on the Heart?
Using Sothrex Junior Syrup does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Sothrex Junior Syrup 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 Sothrex Junior Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sothrex Junior Syrup habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Sothrex Junior Syrup is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Sothrex Junior Syrup as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Sothrex Junior Syrup only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Sothrex Junior Syrup in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Sothrex Junior Syrup
You can take Sothrex Junior Syrup with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sothrex Junior Syrup
Taking Sothrex Junior Syrup with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Sothrex Junior Syrup 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, Sothrex Junior Syrup 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.
Yes, Sothrex Junior Syrup may cause stomach pain. If you experience severe stomach pain after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately.
No, Sothrex Junior Syrup should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Sothrex Junior Syrup might cause a headache, this occurs rarely. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience a severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest even after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
