Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Syrup. Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml 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.
Common side effects of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml include Skin Rash, Headache, Dizziness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml contraindications section.
Besides this, Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml 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 |
| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml safe for pregnant women?
Solvin Decong may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Solvin Decong again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Solvin Decong as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml on the Kidneys?
Solvin Decong rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml on the Liver?
Solvin Decong has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Solvin Decong on the heart have been reported.
Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml
Taking Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Solvin Decongestant Syrup 100ml and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Solvin Decong does not contain paracetamol. It contains bromhexine which is a mucolytic agent that softens the thick mucus and promote its expulsion.
Solvin Decong is a brand name of bromhexine and it is available in the form of a tablet and syrup. It is a derivative of vasicine alkaloid and a mucolytic agent. Solvin Decong is a prescription drug which is used in the treatment of wet cough associated with respiratory diseases and disorders such as bronchial asthma, bronchitis, and emphysema (COPD).
Yes, Solvin Decong might cause a headache, this occurs rarely. 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 after this if the pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Solvin Decong may cause diarrhoea in a few cases only. It is an uncommon side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause of diarrhoea is unknown. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after taking this drug then discuss it with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Yes, you can take Solvin Decong with paracetamol (acetaminophen). No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any discomfort after taking this drug along with paracetamol then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
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