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Respira Syrup, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Respira Syrup also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Respira Syrup depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The side effects typically associated with Respira Syrup include Throat Irritation, Constipation, Heartburn. While these are the most often observed Respira Syrup side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Respira Syrup are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Respira Syrup's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Respira Syrup's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Respira Syrup can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Respira Syrup in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction. The section on Respira Syrup contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Respira Syrup may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Respira Syrup is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Respira Syrup 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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Is the use of Respira Syrup safe for pregnant women?
Respira may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Respira, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Respira Syrup safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Respira. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Respira Syrup on the Kidneys?
Using Respira does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Respira Syrup on the Liver?
Respira does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Respira Syrup on the Heart?
Using Respira does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Respira Syrup unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Respira Syrup habit forming or addictive?
Respira Syrup is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Respira Syrup
Taking Respira Syrup with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Respira Syrup
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Respira Syrup and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Respira 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).
On getting symptomatic relief with Respira its recommended to check with your doctor once before discontinuing this drug.
Respira has been reported to cause low potassium (hypokalemia) but it occurs only in a few cases. It is a known side effect of this drug. You are advised to ensure adequate intake of electrolytes daily.
Yes, Respira can be taken after prednisone. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. You are advised to take only prescribed doses.
Respira is a bronchodilator which causes widening of bronchial smooth muscles present in lungs which get tightened causing a constriction. Due to the constriction, the air cannot pass in and out of your lungs, and the relaxation of these bronchial muscles results in dilation of airways. This drug helps the patients breathe more easily which provides relief to the patient from the symptoms such as a cough, wheezing, and chest tightness.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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