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Silkof X Expectorant is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Syrup. Silkof X Expectorant also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Silkof X Expectorant depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Silkof X Expectorant are Constipation, Heartburn, Nausea or vomiting. While these are the most often observed Silkof X Expectorant side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Silkof X Expectorant 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 Silkof X Expectorant has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Silkof X Expectorant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Silkof X Expectorant can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Silkof X Expectorant in conditions like Gastrointestinal Bleeding, Asthma, Smoking Addiction. Some other conditions that can be affected by Silkof X Expectorant are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Silkof X Expectorant have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Silkof X Expectorant is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Silkof X 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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Is the use of Silkof X Expectorant safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Silkof X. It is best to stop taking Silkof X immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Silkof X Expectorant safe during breastfeeding?
Silkof X can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Silkof X Expectorant on the Kidneys?
Silkof X 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.
What is the effect of Silkof X Expectorant on the Liver?
Silkof X 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.
What is the effect of Silkof X Expectorant on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Silkof X. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Silkof X Expectorant unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Silkof X Expectorant habit forming or addictive?
Silkof X Expectorant does not cause addiction.
Interaction between Food and Silkof X Expectorant
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Silkof X Expectorant, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Silkof X Expectorant
Consuming Silkof X Expectorant with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 219
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Guaifenesin
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 629-631
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 888
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 223
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1182-1183