Sulung Pd: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Sulung Pd Information

Sulung Pd is a prescription medicine that is available as a Liquid. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Cough, Common Cold. Secondary and off-label uses of Sulung Pd have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Sulung Pd is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.

The most common side effects of Sulung Pd are Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Stomach Upset. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Sulung Pd can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Sulung Pd normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Sulung Pd has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Sulung Pd has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Sulung Pd related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Sulung Pd have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Sulung Pd may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Sulung Pd is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Sulung Pd Benefits & Uses

Sulung Pd is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Sulung Pd 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: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 1 mg levosalbutamol, 50 mg guaifenesin and 30 mg ambroxol in 5 ml
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 1 mg levosalbutamol, 50 mg guaifenesin and 30 mg ambroxol in 5 ml, below 6 years old can take 1.25 ml 3 times daily
Adult	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 1 mg levosalbutamol, 50 mg guaifenesin and 30 mg ambroxol in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Asthma Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: strength 1 mg levosalbutamol, 50 mg guaifenesin and 30 mg ambroxol in 5 ml

Sulung Pd Related Warnings

Is the use of Sulung Pd safe for pregnant women?

Sulung PD may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Sulung PD again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Sulung Pd safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Sulung PD for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Sulung Pd on the Kidneys?

Sulung PD can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sulung Pd on the Liver?

Sulung PD 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Sulung Pd on the Heart?

Side effects of Sulung PD rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Sulung Pd with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amoxicillin

Erythromycin

Moderate

Sulung Pd Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Seizures
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Sulung Pd

Is this Sulung Pd habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Sulung Pd.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Sulung Pd since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Sulung Pd should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Sulung Pd cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Sulung Pd Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sulung Pd

Taking Sulung Pd with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sulung Pd

Taking Sulung Pd with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Sulung Pd

Question over 5 years ago

Is it safe to take Sulung PD?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Sulung PD 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 palpitations, headache, and dizziness. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take benadryl with Sulung PD?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

The effect of interaction between these two drugs is not clear because Benadryl (diphenhydramine) increased sedation while as Sulung PD decreased sedation. Hence, you are advised to discuss it with your doctor first before taking these two drugs together.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Sulung PD help with cough?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Sulung PD can help with coughing. Excessive mucus on the lining of the airway causes decreased airflow and coughing. Sulung PD widens the airway through its vasodilation actions which provide relief to the patients from coughing.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Sulung PD on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

No, Sulung PD should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Sulung PD?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Sulung PD is a brand name of levosalbutamol (also known as levalbuterol) it is available in the form of tablet, syrup, respules, transpules, and inhaler. It belongs to the class of drugs known as beta-2-adrenergic agonists (bronchodilators). It is a prescription drug which is used to provide relief from bronchospasm in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease). Patients with long-term respiratory infections are also prescribed Sulung PD to get instant relief from breathing difficulties.