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Ventisol Expectorant, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Ventisol Expectorant also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Ventisol Expectorant 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Ventisol Expectorant include Throat Irritation, Constipation, Heartburn. Some other side effects of Ventisol Expectorant have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Ventisol Expectorant go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ventisol Expectorant is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ventisol Expectorant related warnings talks about Ventisol Expectorant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ventisol Expectorant is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ventisol Expectorant are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ventisol Expectorant may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Ventisol Expectorant, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ventisol 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
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 Ventisol Expectorant is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Ventisol Expectorant safe for pregnant women?
Ventisol may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ventisol, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ventisol Expectorant safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ventisol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Ventisol Expectorant on the Kidneys?
Ventisol does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ventisol Expectorant on the Liver?
Ventisol is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Ventisol Expectorant on the Heart?
Ventisol is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ventisol Expectorant unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ventisol Expectorant habit forming or addictive?
Ventisol Expectorant is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Ventisol Expectorant
It is safe to take Ventisol Expectorant with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ventisol Expectorant
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Ventisol Expectorant.
Yes, Ventisol can cause an increase in sweating but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. It occurs due to stimulation of sweat glands which causes increased release of sweat from these glands.
No, Ventisol does not contains steroids. It contains salbutamol which belongs to the class of drugs called selective beta-2-adrenoreceptor agonists (bronchodilators). It is used to provide relief from bronchospasm mainly in asthma and COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease).
Yes, Ventisol causes dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience severe dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
On getting symptomatic relief with Ventisol its recommended to check with your doctor once before discontinuing this drug.
Yes, Ventisol causes a headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. 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 if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
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