Ducof Ls: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Ducof Ls Information

Ducof Ls is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. It is primarily used for the treatment of Cough, Common Cold. The alternative uses of Ducof Ls have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Ducof Ls is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Ducof Ls are Nausea or vomiting, Dizziness, Stomach Upset. While these are the most often observed Ducof Ls side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ducof Ls are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Ducof Ls has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ducof Ls's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ducof Ls contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Ducof Ls with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Ducof Ls is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Ducof Ls Benefits & Uses

Ducof Ls is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Asthma
COPD
Bronchitis (Read More - How to Treat Bronchitis at Home: Simple and Effective Remedies)

Ducof Ls 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

Ducof Ls Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ducof Ls is used -

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Stomach Upset
Diarrhoea
Drowsiness
Tremor
Palpitations (fluttering in chest)

Ducof Ls Related Warnings

Is the use of Ducof Ls safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Ducof Ls safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Ducof Ls in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Ducof Ls is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Ducof Ls on the Kidneys?

Ducof Ls 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ducof Ls on the Liver?

Ducof Ls may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ducof Ls on the Heart?

Ducof Ls has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ducof Ls with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amoxicillin

Erythromycin

Moderate

Ducof Ls Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Seizures
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Ducof Ls

Is this Ducof Ls habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Ducof Ls has not been reported.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ducof Ls since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Ducof Ls only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Ducof Ls is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Ducof Ls Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ducof Ls

You can take Ducof Ls with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ducof Ls

Consuming Ducof Ls with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ducof Ls

Question over 5 years ago

Can Ducof Ls cause thrush (yeast infection)?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

No, Ducof Ls does not cause thrush (yeast infection). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely use Ducof Ls?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

You should take Ducof Ls for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking Ducof Ls even when you start feeling well and do not take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can Ducof Ls cause blood pressure fluctuations?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Yes, Ducof Ls may cause blood pressure fluctuations (such as hypertension or hypotension). However, it is a rare side effect of this drug which occurs in a few cases only. If you are already suffering from any heart disease then inform your doctor about it so that he may take precautions in advance.

Question about 5 years ago

Can you take Ducof Ls and albuterol together?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, taking Ducof Ls and albuterol together should be avoided because both drugs belong to the same class of medicine (beta-2 adrenergic agonists). Taking these two drugs at the same time may increase the chances of facing many side effects such as insomnia, low potassium levels, increased heart rate, and blood pressure.